The Minnesota special election for Senate District 45, crucial for determining control of the state Senate, is heating up as former state Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart won the DFL primary and will face Republican Kathleen Fowke in November. This election follows the resignation of DFL Sen. Kelly Morrison, leading to a tie in the Senate at 33-33, making this race pivotal for either party to secure a majority. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee has identified this seat as a key target, anticipating significant financial investment from both parties. Meanwhile, in the broader Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Royce White emerged victorious despite controversial remarks regarding women and other groups, positioning him against Democratic incumbent Amy Klobuchar. As the political landscape in Minnesota intensifies, both races are expected to attract considerable attention and funding leading up to the general elections.