September 17, 2025
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Hao Nguyen enters Hennepin County Attorney race

18h Breaking Twin Cities 1 source

Senior prosecutor Hao Nguyen announced his candidacy for Hennepin County Attorney, becoming the second declared candidate in the countywide race that will determine leadership of the office overseeing prosecutions in Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs. The announcement adds to a developing field for the influential post affecting public safety policy across Hennepin County.

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Key Facts

  • Senior prosecutor Hao Nguyen announced a run for Hennepin County Attorney
  • Nguyen is the second declared candidate in the race
  • The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office oversees prosecutions for Minnesota’s largest county, including Minneapolis

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Senior prosecutor Hao Nguyen is second candidate to announce run for Hennepin County Attorney
Startribune September 17, 2025
  • Senior prosecutor Hao Nguyen announced a run for Hennepin County Attorney
  • Nguyen is the second declared candidate in the race
  • The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office oversees prosecutions for Minnesota’s largest county, including Minneapolis