Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has lost the Democratic party’s backing for the upcoming mayoral election, making headlines across the nation. This significant shift occurred during a contested vote on July 20, 2025, where state Senator Omar Fateh emerged victorious.
- Jacob Frey lost Democratic endorsement for mayor.
- Omar Fateh is a Somali-American state Senator.
- Fateh received 60% of delegate votes.
- Frey criticized the convention's election process.
- Frey plans to appeal the endorsement decision.
- Frey served during the 2020 BLM protests.
Fateh, a 35-year-old Somali-American, secured 60% of the delegates at the Minneapolis DFL convention, despite Frey’s objections regarding the election process. Frey, who has served as mayor since 2018, expressed concerns about electronic balloting and plans to appeal the decision.
This development raises questions about the future of Minneapolis leadership. Will Frey’s appeal change the outcome? As the election approaches, voters will have a clear choice between two distinct leadership styles:
- Frey’s tenure during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests.
- Fateh’s fresh perspective as a first-time mayoral candidate.
- Concerns over the integrity of the endorsement process.
As the November election nears, both candidates must articulate their visions clearly to capture the attention of Minneapolis voters, making this a crucial moment for the city’s future.
