politics
Mike Lindell faces legal complaint over pillow giveaway amid run for Minnesota governor
Judge finds probable cause to believe the MyPillow founder violated campaign law by handing out free pillows at event
TL;DR
- An administrative law judge found probable cause that Mike Lindell violated Minnesota campaign finance law.
- The violation allegedly occurred through the distribution of free MyPillow products at a public event.
- Lindell, running for Minnesota governor, claims the pillow giveaway was approved and denies any wrongdoing.
- The judge's ruling allows the complaint to proceed to an evidentiary hearing.
- Minnesota law prohibits giving items of monetary value to influence voters, with exemptions for food and beverages under $5.