Trump-Backed GOP Primary Loser Willing To Pay ‘Upwards Of $1 Million’ To Recount Double-Digit Loss
- Posted on August 20, 2026
- By HuffPost
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In brief
A prominent GOP-backed candidate who lost Minnesota's gubernatorial race by double digits is pursuing an expensive recount effort, spending over one million dollars. The candidate views this legal challenge not merely as an attempt to reverse the election outcome, but as a strategic platform to advocate for eliminating electronic voting systems entirely. This move reflects ongoing concerns within certain political circles regarding election integrity and voting technology reliability.
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Trump-Backed GOP Primary Loser Willing To Pay ‘Upwards Of $1 Million’ To Recount Double-Digit Loss
“Even if this recount and audit does not overturn my election for governor of Minnesota, I believe this is the gateway to getting rid of these electronic voting machines,” Mike Lindell said.
