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Mike Lindell Steps Down as MyPillow CEO to Run for Minnesota Governor

Created at 5 Aug · 1:20 AM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell announced he is stepping down from his role to focus on his gubernatorial campaign in Minnesota. He cited a desire to serve the state and disrupt the political establishment, while also addressing a lawsuit over campaign finance violations related to promotional pillows.

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Key Numbers

August 11Minnesota primary election date
$5cost of promotional pillows

Who's Involved

Mike Lindell
MyPillow CEO stepping down to run for Minnesota governor
Donald Trump
Endorsed Lindell's gubernatorial campaign
Dan Fiskum
State senate hopeful who filed a lawsuit against Lindell

↳ Why This Matters

Lindell's decision to run for governor and step down from his business role signifies a significant political move by a prominent figure known for his election fraud claims, potentially impacting Minnesota's political landscape and the Republican party's strategy in the state.

Key facts

  • Mike Lindell is stepping down as CEO of MyPillow to run for Minnesota governor.
  • Lindell stated his decision is to "step forward to serve" and put Minnesota above his business interests.
  • He is running to "disrupt the state’s political establishment" and make Minnesota more affordable.
  • Lindell is facing a lawsuit alleging campaign finance violations for distributing "Mike Lindell for Governor" branded pillows.
  • Lindell denies the allegations, calling them a "complete lie" and a "hit job" linked to his endorsement by Donald Trump.

Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow, has announced his departure from the company to fully dedicate himself to his campaign for Minnesota governor. Lindell stated in a social media post that the company is robust enough to continue without him and that his decision is driven by a desire to serve the state.

Lindell, a vocal supporter of Donald Trump and a proponent of claims of widespread fraud in the 2020 election, aims to challenge the existing political structure in Minnesota, arguing that the establishment has failed to address affordability issues. He seeks to "make Minnesota affordable again."

Currently, Lindell is engaged in a legal battle with state senate hopeful Dan Fiskum, who filed a lawsuit on July 22 alleging campaign finance violations. The suit claims Lindell broke rules by distributing pillows branded with "Mike Lindell for Governor." Lindell has refuted these claims, calling them "a complete lie" and a "hit job" orchestrated because the Republican party dislikes his endorsement from Donald Trump. He asserts that he consulted the state's campaign finance board and that the promotional pillows cost less than $5 each.

Lindell has previously paid significant sums in legal settlements related to defamation and debunking false claims about the 2020 election. Minnesota's primary elections are scheduled for August 11.

Frequently asked questions

He is stepping down to focus his full time, energy, and attention on his campaign to become the next governor of Minnesota.

Lindell aims to disrupt the state's political establishment and make Minnesota more affordable.

Dan Fiskum claims Lindell violated campaign finance policies by distributing pillows with "Mike Lindell for Governor" branding.

The primary elections are scheduled for August 11.

What Happens Next

01Minnesota's primary elections will be held on August 11.

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How It Developed

Mike Lindell announced his departure from MyPillow to run for Minnesota governor.
Lindell stated his campaign aims to serve the state and challenge the political establishment.
He is currently involved in a lawsuit regarding campaign finance violations for distributing promotional pillows.
Lindell claims the lawsuit is a 'hit job' and an attack due to Donald Trump's endorsement.
Minnesota's primary elections are scheduled for August 11.

Sources

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Mike Lindell, MyPillow CEO, steps down from post to run as Minnesota governorThe Guardian

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