Hennepin County Attorney Candidate Forum June 25, 2026

5:32 Opening question: “Why are you running for Hennepin County Attorney, and what are your qualifications?” 14:39 Question 1: Gun Violence 20:42 Question 2: Relationship with Law Enforcement 26:27 Question 3: Managing the office 32:33 Question 4: Plea Bargains 37:54 Question 5: Racial Disparities 44:19 Question 6: Justice for Families of Crime Victims 49:57 Question 7: Communicating With the Public 56:05 Question 8: Opioid Addiction: Public Health or Criminal Justice? 1:02:13 Lightning Round Question 1: Prosecution of Federal Officers 1:04:20 Lightning Round Question 2: Reducing Recidivism 1:07:12 Question 9: Child Support & Child Protection 1:12:43 Question 10: Federal Immigration Enforcement 1:18:43 Question 11: Extreme Risk Protection Orders (Red Flag Laws / Gun Violence) 1:24:29 Closing Statements