Mike Lindell's Bold Move: From Pillows to Politics

Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow, has decided to swap his pillow empire for a political one. He's announced his candidacy for Minnesota's governor, joining a lineup of other Republicans aiming to challenge the current governor, Tim Walz. Lindell's journey into politics isn't smooth. He's known for spreading false claims about the 2020 election, which landed him in legal trouble. A court in Colorado recently ruled that he defamed a former employee of Dominion Voting Systems. This isn't the only lawsuit he's facing; another voting equipment company, Smartmatic, has also accused him of defamation. Lindell's campaign kickoff wasn't without drama. He criticized Walz for a fraud scandal in the state, involving hundreds of millions of dollars from pandemic-era welfare programs. Lindell promised to stand against such fraud and crime, while also highlighting his business experience as a reason he'd make a good governor. Walz's team didn't waste time responding. They started a fundraising campaign soon after Lindell filed his paperwork, labeling him a "Trump loyalist and election denier. " Walz has defended his leadership, vowing to put criminals behind bars, regardless of their background. Lindell's entry into the race adds another layer to Minnesota's political landscape. With a crowded field of Republicans vying for the nomination, it's anyone's guess who will face off against Walz in the next election.