Winona County

Walz Loses Home County to Trump in Election Upset

Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota, lost his home county to Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election. This outcome was particularly notable given that Walz’s home county, Winona County, is considered to be a blue area. While the national outcome of the election ultimately saw Biden win, the fact that Walz lost his home county to Trump sparked considerable discussion and debate.

Some saw this result as a reflection of the deeply divided political landscape in the United States. They argued that the country was becoming increasingly polarized, with voters increasingly choosing to align themselves with one party or the other, regardless of the specific candidates or policies.… Continue reading