Biography
Cherie Johnson is the Republican candidate for Minnesota State Senate District 26 in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against Democrat Jack Hedin.[1][2] On her campaign website she describes herself as an educator, foster parent and community leader from Winona.[3]
Johnson says on her campaign website that she and her husband, Ben, raised their children in Winona and that she has worked as a teacher and coach.[3] She says she mentors youth through her church, volunteers with local organizations, has served on community boards and is a foster parent.[3]
She lists affordability and responsible spending, small business, farms, education and support for veterans and law enforcement among her priorities.[3]
- 1.Minnesota State Senate elections, 2026 · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Cherie Johnson · Ballotpedia Reference
- 3.About - Cherie Johnson for Senate · Cherie Johnson for Senate Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
Minnesota Senate District 26
Cherie Johnson is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 26 as R. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.