Brad Finstad.
American politician
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Amy Klobuchar won the governor's race against Lisa Demuth, while Brad Finstad maintained his lead over Jake Johnson.Well supported4 reports
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Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson are running against each other in Minnesota's Congressional District One.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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Jake Johnson held a town hall in Mankato while competing against Brad Finstad in the election.Some support1 report
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Governor Armstrong campaigned for Bryan Steil in Wisconsin and Brad Finstad in Minnesota.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Donald Trump won the 1st District, which Jake Johnson was seeking to represent, while Johnson was attempting to unseat Brad Finstad in the election.Well supported18 reports
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The Federal Election Commission (FEC) reported campaign cash totals for Brad Finstad.Some support1 report
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Google proposes a data center on Pine Island, Minnesota, while Brad Finstad is a political candidate in the state.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad takes political stances on aid, supporting Musk to cut USAID purchases, while local races unfold in Minnesota.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Brad Finstad campaigned against Jake Johnson in Wisconsin while the state celebrated America's 250th anniversary.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Brad Finstad and Dusty Johnson met in Eagle Lake to discuss infrastructure and the Farm Bill.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad received input on crop insurance programs and introduced bills signed by Donald Trump.Some support3 reports
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Brad Finstad, a Minnesota Congressman, made statements regarding trade relationships and international bridges.Some support2 reports
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Politicians and relief organizations assess flood damage and discuss bipartisan legislation for displaced residents.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson discuss farm bill issues, with Finstad hoping Amy Klobuchar will move the bill while serving on the House Agriculture Committee.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Finstad, Stauber, and Fischbach are calling on Todd Blanche to review a case involving a shooting at Loring Park, based on findings by Mary Moriarty.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad was endorsed by the Chamber of Commerce for his reelection campaign to office.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad visited Mankato to discuss the farm bill amidst rising costs driven by the Iran conflict.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A candidate, Brad Finstad, held a town hall in Mankato on August 31, 2026, while challenging for a seat in Congress.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad details state administration failures concerning federal aid in Minnesota.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad and Chris Deluzio co-introduced the Water Authority Cybersecurity Protection Act.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad and Michelle Fischbach are cosponsors of the Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act, which addresses agricultural labor issues, including those involving Mayra Gasca Rojas and distribution centers like those in Chicago.Some support1 report
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Advocates for structural changes to EMS funding.Some support1 report
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The new event summarizes specific past actions taken by Brad Finstad and Glenn Thompson on April 4, 2023, regarding nuclear threats and agricultural bills.Some support1 report
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Candidates, including Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig, and Brad Finstad, are competing in the Democratic primary for the 1st Congressional District after having left the House.Some support3 reports
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Alex Eaton is a candidate in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District and plans to challenge Brad Finstad in the November election.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad and John Jasinski are seeking election for U.S. House and state Senate in Minnesota.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Brad Finstad and Luke J. Lindberg met with a trade official to discuss agricultural policy for the state of Minnesota in 2019.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad and GoPro were used to document political campaign interactions.Some support1 report
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SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano is discussing potential cuts to Social Security benefits, while Elizabeth Warren joins a letter opposing these cuts.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Brad Finstad is proposing aid packages for struggling farmers through the House Budget Committee.Some support4 reports
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Lindsey Graham and Brad Finstad shared service in the U.S. Senate on July 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad shared his experience serving in Iraq with the Fairmont Unit.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad wrote regarding curriculum concerns involving the Minnesota Department of Education in the district.Well supported3 reports
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee supports a political challenge against Brad Finstad in tight races in southern Minnesota.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Brad Finstad hosted a roundtable discussion regarding local workforce challenges in the First Congressional District.Some support1 report
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Brad Finstad leads efforts to urge the resignation of Tim Walz and Keith Ellison, who are both accused of social services fraud.Some support1 report
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Jake Johnson challenged Brad Finstad regarding the lack of in-person events.Some support1 report
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Explainers that pass through Brad Finstad
Brad Finstad is a step on the way to someone else- New U.S. trade deals may challenge China's global agricultural market shareIncreased U.S. agricultural exports may challenge China's global trade positionPossible
- Farm Bill provisions could boost Minnesota's rural wastewater systemsMinnesota's rural communities may receive $15M-$30M in wastewater fundingReported
Around Brad Finstad this week
News at the entities that move Brad Finstad most-
Minnesota StructuralHastings is promoting tourism to Minnesota residents, utilizing the Rochester area for marketing efforts.Moves Brad Finstad
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House StructuralAlyssa Farah Griffin and Joy Behar commented on the House's multitasking ability and questioned its priorities.Moves Brad Finstad
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Donald Trump OperationalNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves Brad Finstad
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Michele Tafoya OperationalPeggy Flanagan advocated for ending the war in Iran, while Michele Tafoya is running for office in Minnesota.Moves Brad Finstad
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house of representatives StructuralWes Climer was elected to the House of Representatives, while Shawn Hochuli built a wealth management practice in Irvine.Moves Brad Finstad
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Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee OperationalJen Kiggans campaigned with Mike Johnson's support, backed by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.Moves Brad Finstad
Connections
The 40 strongest of 55, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Jake Johnson Operational
Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson actively competed against each other for the 1st Congressional District seat in Minnesota.
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Minnesota Structural
Brad Finstad's political function is structurally defined by his role representing the constituents and interests of Minnesota.
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House Structural
Brad Finstad serves as a representative member of the House of Representatives.
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Donald Trump Operational
Finstad actively aligns with and is politically influenced by Trump's policies and public standing.
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Jake Johnson Operational
Jake Johnson and Brad Finstad are engaged in a direct electoral competition.
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Tim Walz Operational
Finstad actively campaigns against Walz, using his image and political ties to urge his resignation and attack rivals.
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Michele Tafoya Operational
Both individuals are actively campaigning and running against each other in the U.S. Senate races.
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Republicans Structural
Brad Finstad is formally affiliated with the Republican party structure as an incumbent or candidate.
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house of representatives Structural
Brad Finstad holds a functional role within the House of Representatives.
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Jake Operational
Brad Finstad and Jake are actively competing against each other in a political election.
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Syngenta Transactional
Syngenta provided financial support to Brad Finstad through compensation checks and campaign donations.
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Amy Klobuchar Operational
Finstad and Klobuchar are actively collaborating on bipartisan legislation, with Finstad relying on Klobuchar's political influence.
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Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Operational
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee actively supports political challenges and candidates related to Brad Finstad.
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Angie Craig Operational
The two entities are engaged in a competitive political race in southern Minnesota.
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Minnesota Department of Education Operational
Brad Finstad has actively communicated curriculum concerns and questioned the Minnesota Department of Education regarding policy influence.
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Chris Deluzio Transactional
Co-introduced the Water Authority Cybersecurity Protection Act.
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Schultz Operational
Brad Finstad provides expert input regarding crop insurance programs to Schultz.
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David Steiner Transactional
A sent a letter to B expressing disappointment over a closure.
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South Central College Transactional
The entities engaged in a specific meeting regarding insurance matters.
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Elon Musk Operational
Finstad supported Musk's action to shut down USAID purchases.
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Todd Blanche Transactional
Finstad initiated contact with Blanche regarding a case review.
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Southern Minnesota Shared context
Brad Finstad functions as a representative voice for the concerns and interests of the Southern Minnesota region.
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Glenn Thompson Shared context
Both individuals are discussed in the context of agricultural bills and committee work.
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Keith Ellison Transactional
Brad Finstad is leading an effort to urge Keith Ellison's resignation.
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Armstrong Operational
Armstrong actively campaigned for Brad Finstad during his political campaign in Minnesota.
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GoPro Shared context
The relationship is documented as being involved in political campaign interactions.
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Iraq Shared context
Brad Finstad served in Iraq with the Fairmont Unit.
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Federal Election Commission Shared context
The Federal Election Commission is noted as the regulatory body responsible for reporting campaign cash totals.
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Mankato Shared context
Brad Finstad traveled to Mankato to conduct business related to the farm bill.
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New Ulm Shared context
Brad Finstad is identified as a farmer residing in New Ulm.
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department Shared context
Brad Finstad led an act to codify a DOJ office within a government department.
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Eagle Lake Shared context
Brad Finstad visited Eagle Lake to discuss infrastructure.
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Lindsey Graham Shared context
They are political colleagues who shared service in the U.S. Senate.
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Dusty Johnson Operational
Finstad and Johnson engaged in a discussion regarding the Farm Bill.
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Argentina Shared context
Brad Finstad commented on aid benefiting Argentine farmers.
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Hennepin County Shared context
Brad Finstad is located within Hennepin County while operating as a farmer.
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Iowa Shared context
Brad Finstad's political district shares a border with the state of Iowa.
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Congress Mentioned together
No evidence was provided linking Brad Finstad to Congress.
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Luke J. Lindberg Mentioned together
No direct relationship between the entities was observed in the provided evidence.
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Dan Wilson Mentioned together
No evidence provided in the timeline links Brad Finstad and Dan Wilson.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 eventsOctober 2026
5 events- Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson are running against each other in Minnesota's Congressional District One.
- The Federal Election Commission (FEC) reported campaign cash totals for Brad Finstad.
- Google proposes a data center on Pine Island, Minnesota, while Brad Finstad is a political candidate in the state.
- Brad Finstad campaigned against Jake Johnson in Wisconsin while the state celebrated America's 250th anniversary.
- Brad Finstad and Dusty Johnson met in Eagle Lake to discuss infrastructure and the Farm Bill.
September 2026
7 events- Brad Finstad takes political stances on aid, supporting Musk to cut USAID purchases, while local races unfold in Minnesota.
- Brad Finstad received input on crop insurance programs and introduced bills signed by Donald Trump.
- Brad Finstad, a Minnesota Congressman, made statements regarding trade relationships and international bridges.
- Politicians and relief organizations assess flood damage and discuss bipartisan legislation for displaced residents.
- Finstad, Stauber, and Fischbach are calling on Todd Blanche to review a case involving a shooting at Loring Park, based on findings by Mary Moriarty.
- Brad Finstad was endorsed by the Chamber of Commerce for his reelection campaign to office.
- A candidate, Brad Finstad, held a town hall in Mankato on August 31, 2026, while challenging for a seat in Congress.
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August 2026
12 events- Brad Finstad and Jake Johnson discuss farm bill issues, with Finstad hoping Amy Klobuchar will move the bill while serving on the House Agriculture Committee.
- Brad Finstad visited Mankato to discuss the farm bill amidst rising costs driven by the Iran conflict.
- Brad Finstad details state administration failures concerning federal aid in Minnesota.
- Brad Finstad and Chris Deluzio co-introduced the Water Authority Cybersecurity Protection Act.
- Brad Finstad and Michelle Fischbach are cosponsors of the Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act, which addresses agricultural labor issues, including those involving Mayra Gasca Rojas and distribution centers like those in Chicago.
- Advocates for structural changes to EMS funding.
- The new event summarizes specific past actions taken by Brad Finstad and Glenn Thompson on April 4, 2023, regarding nuclear threats and agricultural bills.
- Candidates, including Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig, and Brad Finstad, are competing in the Democratic primary for the 1st Congressional District after having left the House.
- Alex Eaton is a candidate in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District and plans to challenge Brad Finstad in the November election.
- Brad Finstad and John Jasinski are seeking election for U.S. House and state Senate in Minnesota.
- Brad Finstad and Luke J. Lindberg met with a trade official to discuss agricultural policy for the state of Minnesota in 2019.
- Brad Finstad and GoPro were used to document political campaign interactions.
July 2026
4 events- Donald Trump won the 1st District, which Jake Johnson was seeking to represent, while Johnson was attempting to unseat Brad Finstad in the election.
- Brad Finstad is proposing aid packages for struggling farmers through the House Budget Committee.
- Lindsey Graham and Brad Finstad shared service in the U.S. Senate on July 13, 2026.
- Brad Finstad shared his experience serving in Iraq with the Fairmont Unit.
June 2026
6 events- SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano is discussing potential cuts to Social Security benefits, while Elizabeth Warren joins a letter opposing these cuts.
- Brad Finstad wrote regarding curriculum concerns involving the Minnesota Department of Education in the district.
- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee supports a political challenge against Brad Finstad in tight races in southern Minnesota.
- Brad Finstad hosted a roundtable discussion regarding local workforce challenges in the First Congressional District.
- Brad Finstad leads efforts to urge the resignation of Tim Walz and Keith Ellison, who are both accused of social services fraud.
- Jake Johnson challenged Brad Finstad regarding the lack of in-person events.