McLeod County DFL
Get to know your candidates for office:
US House District 7
2026 Primary information
Important Dates:
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Statewide Caucus: February 3, 2026
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Statewide Primary: August 11, 2026
Candidate - Eric Osberg
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Erik Osberg is a husband, father, and proud working-class Minnesotan. He believes actions speak louder than words. Erik has spent his life trying to help his neighbors. He’s worked in the financial sector, public sector, media & trades. He’s also been a small business owner. Erik is a creative problem solver who values hard work, integrity & kindness. Now, he’s running to bring real leadership & real solutions to Western Minnesota.
- https://www.erikosberg4congress.com/
Candidate - Heather Keeler
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Heather Keeler is a mom, educator, and advocate who has served Moorhead as a Minnesota State Representative for the past five years. Guided by her mission to lead with love, she has stood up for neighbors who need it most while working across the aisle to get things done for greater Minnesota. She has delivered real results, including the Pathway Home Act, emergency food shelf funding, expanded SNAP access, and leading the statewide School Attendance Task Force. Now, after careful and prayerful consideration, she is running for Congress to fight for healthcare access, safe and affordable housing, food security, and a strong local economy, because we are better when we come together and lead with love.
- https://www.keelerforcongress.com/
Find the full district map on the MN Secretary of State website:
https://www.sos.mn.gov/election-administration-campaigns/data-maps/congressional-maps/