Democratic Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not seek reelection in the wake of a massive social service and welfare fraud scandal in Minnesota.

Lindell, of "MyPillow," plays up his ties to Trump, who endorsed him for Tuesday's primary. But the state Republican convention backed one of his opponents.

Lindell had President Trump's endorsement but he lost to Lisa Demuth, the speaker of the state house. She'll face Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar in the fall for governor.

President Donald Trump backed “Pillow Man” Mike Lindell as his pick to replace Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), who opted not to seek reelection.