The Hennepin County attorney’s race is underway with five candidates competing in the primary election. The top two candidates will advance to the general election on November 3.

Candidates and Platforms

State Rep. Cedrick Frazier, endorsed by the Democratic Farmer-Labor Party and several labor unions, is running on a platform that includes protecting illegal immigrants from deportations and supporting proven violence prevention strategies.

Former Acting U.S. Attorney Anders Folk promises to prioritize public safety, focusing on violent and repeat offenders, and using a data-driven approach to prevent harm. Folk also plans to investigate and prosecute violations by federal officers during Operation Metro Surge.

Minneapolis attorney Matt Pelikan is running on a platform focused on battling violent crime and holding federal immigration enforcement accountable for its actions in Operation Metro Surge.

Retired Hennepin County prosecutor Diane Krenz cites her 40 years of experience as key to her candidacy, criticizing outgoing Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty and her public safety reforms.

Ramsey County prosecutor Hao Ngyuen is focused on violent crime and promises to transfer trauma-informed victim services and diversion practices from Ramsey County to Hennepin County.

Original reporting: Sahan Journal — read the source article.