Minneapolis Mayoral Race Heats Up
The race for mayoral positions is becoming more competitive in major cities across the U.S. In New York City, socialist candidate Zoran Mamdani recently defeated former Democratic Governor Andrew Cuomo. Now, a similar figure is emerging in Minneapolis.
On Saturday night, Minnesota Senator Omar Fate announced that he received backing from the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party to run for mayor of Minneapolis.
“This election ought to be a city-wide matter, not just for a select group of representatives, particularly given the dubious practices seen in this process,” Fate emphasized.
“I’m exceptionally honored to be a candidate for Minneapolis Mayor, as recognized by the DFL approval. This signifies that residents here have grown tired of unfulfilled promises and political games,” he noted in a Saturday night post.
Fate’s endorsement came thanks to current mayor Jacob Frey, who also identifies as a Democrat. Frey quickly responded to the announcement, expressing his disappointment with the approval process.
“I want to thank everyone who has backed my campaign. The decision should reflect the voices of our entire city, not just a small committee,” Frey said in a late Saturday post.
Frey’s campaign manager, Sam Schlenberg, criticized the way Fate secured endorsement, reiterating that the election should involve all citizens, not just a fraction of representatives—highlighting the flawed nature of the convention. “Voters will face a stark choice between Senator Fate and myself,” Schlenberg added.
Omar Fate has faced accusations of promoting anti-white sentiments while advocating for increased immigration. In a recent speech, he claimed that trusting immigrants over white individuals posed a genuine threat to national security but labeled such beliefs as “complete lies.”
He further stated that the real threats come from those who support white supremacy, referencing concerns voiced by federal agencies during the Biden administration.
Fate has also encountered ethical complaints suggesting he insinuated that a Republican colleague was a violent extremist.
The general election for mayor in Minneapolis is scheduled for November 4, 2025.
