Dakota Times

Minnesota State Senator Zach Duckworth shared a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) addressing business policy and responding to a recent tragedy.

On August 26, 2025, Duckworth commented on the impact of state policies toward businesses, writing, "One party loves to claim that business & corporations are the enemy - chasing them out of state is a losing strategy & hurts Minnesotans. Voters are realizing they’ve been lied to as taxes shift & they learn just how much capitalism was contributing to our communities & state." The post reflects ongoing debates in Minnesota over corporate taxation and economic policy. According to recent analyses, Minnesota has seen significant discussion about its tax climate and business environment, with some business leaders expressing concern about potential negative impacts of higher taxes or regulations on local economies.

In a subsequent post on August 26, 2025, Duckworth shared a link without additional commentary: "https://t.co/hHDLAaS3Gc".

On August 27, 2025, Duckworth responded to an unspecified incident involving children and families. He wrote, "Absolutely heartbreaking - praying for the children and families involved. Thankful for the first responders on hand to help those in need. " The statement follows a pattern among public officials who often acknowledge tragedies by offering condolences and recognizing emergency personnel.

Duckworth serves as a Republican member of the Minnesota Senate representing District 58. In recent years, debates around business regulation and tax policy have intensified in Minnesota’s legislature as lawmakers consider measures affecting both large corporations and small businesses across the state.