MARSHALL, Minn. — Republican incumbent Michelle Fischbach and DFL challenger Erik Osberg are offering different approaches to federal spending, rural health care and agricultural policy as they compete for Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District seat ahead of the November 3 election. In separate interviews with...

33 Fish Fry Town Halls down. Only 5 to go. 1 week to go This is the 86th Monday since we launched March 11, 2025. Throw in the pre-launch prep work & I’ve been at this for pretty much 2 years. Not exactly sure when we sent the 1st Update from Wadena, but I’m pretty sure we haven’t missed one since. That is thanks to...

This election season, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is giving candidates in Minnesota’s biggest races a chance to speak directly to you to help you make an informed decision on Election Day. We’ve offered up to two minutes of free air time to each participating candidate. Erik Osberg is the DFL candidate for the 7th...

In 1986, Janet Jackson, pop star and sister to Michael Jackson, released her single “What Have You Done for Me Lately?” A smash hit. Right now, we are in midst of the final days leading up to the midterm elections, where we all have a choice for the next leaders. I hope you join me in voting for Erik Osberg for...

Candidates relay qualifications, answer questions at Melrose forum Erik Osberg kicked off his Minnesota 7th Congressional District campaign in March 2025, and in 19 months, he has visited with 10,000 people face to face. “My biggest qualification is I’m willing to show up, and I’m willing to listen; from there, we...

CD7 candidate visits Marshall with combo fish fry & town hall MARSHALL — The Democratic candidate in Minnesota’s Seventh Congressional District was on the campaign trail in Marshall over the weekend. On Saturday, Erik Osberg held a combination fish fry and town hall meeting at the Marshall Adult Community Center....

Democratic-Farmer-Labor candidate Erik Osberg is building new infrastructure with a grassroots approach in his U.S. House campaign in Minnesota’s Congressional District 7. MADISON, Minn. — Door-knocking and hand-shaking have replaced hand-wringing among Democrats in western Minnesota’s sprawling Congressional...

Republican U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach and Democratic challenger Erik Osberg offered contrasting views on agriculture, healthcare, immigration, foreign policy and federal spending during a debate for Minnesota’s Seventh Congressional District. The debate, moderated by Dave Thompson and presented by Prairie Public,...

2 weeks to go I believe it is fair to say we won our debate with our current Congressperson Thursday night. Appreciate all the support & feedback. It was felt. There have been multiple milestones on this campaign. Pivotal opportunities & moments that decide our trajectory. There’s been quite a few in a short amount...

Erik Osberg charges Congress is not meeting constitutional duties; incumbent Rep. Michelle Fischbach cited accomplishments in debate between the candidates in Minnesota’s Congressional District 7. FARGO, N.D. — DFL candidate for U.S. House Erik Osberg took frequent aim at what he charged Congress has not done, while...

DFL challenger Erik Osberg says Congress is not meeting constitutional duties, while incumbent Republican Rep. Michelle Fischbach cites accomplishments during a Thursday night debate. FARGO — DFL candidate for U.S. House Erik Osberg took frequent aim at what he charged Congress has not done, while Republican...

Republican Rep. Michelle Fischbach will face Democratic challenger and small business owner Erik Osberg on the debate stage Thursday. Fischbach is seeking her fourth term in the U.S. House. The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter rates the race as a Solid R. Fischbach’s district – Minnesota’s 7th Congressional...

The Forum of Fargo Moorhead • The Tribune of Detroit Lakes • Perham Focus • Fergus Falls Journal • Grand Forks Herald • Wahpeton Daily News • Wadena Pioneer Journal • The West Central Tribune, Willmar • Park Rapids Enterprise The FCC Editorial Advisory Board says Erik Osberg faces a challenging task in the 2026...