The 2016 Minnesota Republican presidential caucuses took place on March 1 in the U.S. state of
Minnesota
Minnesota () is a state in the upper midwestern region of the United States. It is the 12th largest U.S. state in area and the 22nd most populous, with over 5.75 million residents. Minnesota is home to western prairies, now given over to ...
, during the Super Tuesday contests, as a part of the
Republican Party's series of
presidential primaries
The presidential primary elections and caucuses held in the various states, the District of Columbia, and territories of the United States form part of the nominating process of candidates for United States presidential elections. The United S ...
. It is notable because it is the only state that was won by Florida Senator
Marco Rubio. It was one of the only states in which Donald Trump got 3rd place.
Marco Rubio was considered the favorite to win Minnesota, due to the
caucus nature of the contest and the high proportion of
college-educated voters.
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held its
Minnesota caucuses on the same day.
Polling
Results
Precinct Caucuses date: March 1, 2016
State Convention: May 20–21, 2016
National delegates: 38
Delegates were awarded to candidates at the statewide and congressional district level who got at least 10% or 10% or more of the vote proportionally.
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Minnesota
Minnesota () is a state in the upper midwestern region of the United States. It is the 12th largest U.S. state in area and the 22nd most populous, with over 5.75 million residents. Minnesota is home to western prairies, now given over to ...
2016 Minnesota elections
Minnesota Republican caucuses
March 2016 events in the United States