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Brad Kohler

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Brad Kohler

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Minnesota Republican Governor nominee?

$167.3K

AUG 12, 2026

Primary Election

Party selects its nominee.

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Overview

Current roleMixed martial arts fighter

Political ideologyConservative Republican

Age62 years old (May 26, 1964)

GenderMale

LocationMinnesota

BackgroundMixed martial arts fighter

Notable personal detailsBrad Kohler is a Minnesota Republican candidate for governor and a former professional mixed martial arts fighter with appearances in the UFC. He previously ran for Minnesota State Senate (District 38) in 2022, winning the Republican primary and losing the general election. He has been described as an inventor and businessman and has been active in Minnesota politics and campaigns.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Economy & Taxes

Brad Kohler’s campaign calls for eliminating the state personal and business income taxes, reducing property taxes, and cutting vehicle registration (car tabs) to $99. He also advocates reducing regulations, cutting government waste, and prioritizing reduced government spending and fiscal transparency. Kohler frames these policies as measures to make Minnesota more affordable and to spur business growth.

Immigration & Border

The candidate emphasizes enforcing the rule of law and says Minnesota should be a place where "legal and responsible residents" are respected and protected; his campaign also prioritizes strengthening law enforcement. Public materials focus on law-and-order framing rather than expanded legal pathways or protections for asylum seekers.

Abortion & Reproductive Rights

Opposes abortion in nearly all circumstances and seeks to stop new abortion clinics; supports defunding Planned Parenthood and says emergency decisions to save the baby or mother’s life should be handled on a case-by-case basis.

Public Safety & Guns

The candidate says he will strengthen law enforcement to reduce violent crime while upholding Second Amendment rights. Public statements and campaign materials emphasize support for law enforcement and protecting gun rights rather than proposing new gun restrictions.

News

AINews Summary

Last updatedJun 12, 2026

Brad Kohler is not mentioned in the provided news summaries, so there is no clear recent development about him. The items instead focus on progressive states, including Maryland, considering higher taxes on wealthy residents and millionaires to fund public services. Based on the available information, his current news relevance is unclear.

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