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Mike Lindell resigns as MyPillow CEO to focus on governor run

MyPillow founder Mike Lindell stepped down as CEO to concentrate on his Minnesota gubernatorial campaign, citing the need for full attention on the race.

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Mike Lindell resigned as CEO of MyPillow to focus on his campaign for Minnesota governor. A judge also found probable cause that he violated campaign laws by distributing promotional pillows at a parade.

Mike Lindell announced he was stepping down as CEO of MyPillow to focus on his Minnesota gubernatorial campaign.4,3,2,1 Lindell stated he made the decision to dedicate his full attention to the gubernatorial bid.4,1 The resignation followed scrutiny over his state residency for the campaign.2

A judge ruled there is probable cause to believe Lindell violated campaign laws by giving away pillows promoting his candidacy at a July Fourth parade.5 The pillow giveaway occurred during a July Fourth parade, according to the report citing the judge's finding.5 Lindell is a pro-Trump businessman running as a Republican candidate for Minnesota governor.4

The resignation was announced in a social media post on the platform X, where Lindell described it as one of the biggest decisions of his life.1

“Minnesota deserves my full attention, and that's exactly what I'm giving it.”
Mike Lindell, gubernatorial candidate4
“I'm stepping down as CEO of MyPillow so I can...”
Mike Lindell, in a post on X1

لماذا يهم

  • MyPillow is a Minnesota-based company known for manufacturing bedding products, founded by Mike Lindell in 2004.3

  • Campaign finance laws in Minnesota regulate the use of promotional items in political campaigns to prevent undue influence or improper fundraising.5

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