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Chris Madel

Chris Madel

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Overview

Current roleAttorney

PartyRepublican

Political ideologyConservative Republican

GenderMale

LocationMinnesota

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BackgroundAttorney

EducationMacalester College (B.A., Economics & Political Science)

Notable personal detailsChristopher W. (Chris) Madel is a Minneapolis-based trial lawyer known for high-profile business litigation and white-collar criminal defense work. He launched a Republican campaign for Governor of Minnesota in December 2025, then ended his gubernatorial bid on January 26, 2026. He has been recognized by Minnesota Lawyer and Best Lawyers in America for trial and litigation work.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

The candidate proposes cutting state income taxes for many households by exempting individuals earning up to $75,000 and couples up to $150,000 from Minnesota state income tax, and supports property-tax reform and other measures to improve affordability. He has criticized Minnesota’s current tax levels as excessively high and said taxes are driving people and businesses away.

Immigration & Border

Opposes the recent expansion of federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota, calling ICE operations unconstitutional and harmful to community trust while supporting targeted removal of serious criminal offenders. Expresses concern about racial profiling, civil-home raids using administrative warrants, and the chilling effect on U.S. citizens. Announced withdrawal from the gubernatorial race citing opposition to national Republican immigration tactics.

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Abortion & Reproductive Rights

The candidate has not posted a clear policy position on abortion on his campaign website. At a January 15, 2026 GOP gubernatorial debate he reportedly declined to commit to vetoing publicly funded abortion, indicating an evasive or noncommittal stance on abortion funding and restrictions.

News

AINews Summary
Last updatedMar 14, 2026

Chris Madel has exited the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary. Reports link his departure to disagreements with the national party’s immigration stance. His exit has been cited alongside Scott Jensen’s later withdrawal as reshaping the GOP field.

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WEWashington Examiner6 months ago

Minnesota GOP gubernatorial primary narrows further after Jensen drops bid

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