Brian Cohn

Brian Cohn is the Democratic candidate for the Minnesota House of Representatives, District 57B, in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Jeff Witte (R).[1][2] A consultant with a background in engineering and product development, he was also the Democratic nominee for the seat in 2024.[2][3]

Brian Cohn was born in Chicago, Illinois, and earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Rochester in 1980, a graduate degree from Rochester in 1982 and a graduate degree from the University of Minnesota in 1996.[2] His career experience includes working as a consultant, engineer, project manager and product manager, and he has been affiliated with Minnesota Masters Swimming, Lakeville Lions, the Project Management Institute and the Product Development and Management Association.[2] Witte defeated Cohn in the 2024 general election for District 57B, 52.3 percent to 47.6 percent.[2]

In a Ballotpedia survey, Cohn said he and his wife have lived in Lakeville for 10 years and have four adult children and a granddaughter.[3] He said his priorities include investing in public education, expanding access to mental health and addiction care, reducing gun violence, addressing climate change and improving infrastructure.[3]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.