Trump Wins Blue Earth County in Minnesota

In the 2024 presidential election, President-elect Donald Trump won Blue Earth County, Minnesota, which is significant as it is the home county of Democratic vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz. Trump garnered 49.6% of the vote compared to Kamala Harris's 48.3%, marking a notable shift from 2020 when Joe Biden won the county by 4.4 points. This county, where Walz lived for 20 years and began his political career, reflects a broader trend of diminishing support for Democrats in traditionally blue areas of Minnesota. Despite winning the state's 10 electoral votes overall, Harris and Walz's performance was weaker than Biden's in 2020, raising concerns about shifting voter sentiments. The results indicate a potential rightward movement in Minnesota, historically a Democratic stronghold since 1972, as Trump improved his performance across nearly every county. The loss adds to a challenging night for Democrats, prompting discussions about the implications for future elections in the state.