Republican Mike Minogue launches Massachusetts governor bid
Mike Minogue, a Republican combat veteran and longtime CEO, launched his campaign for governor of Massachusetts on Sept. 30, 2025 in a video shared with Fox News. A West Point graduate and Airborne Ranger awarded a Bronze Star in the 1991 Gulf War who led Abiomed for 19 years, Minogue says his platform will emphasize lowering taxes, restoring affordability, retaining and recruiting businesses, and expanding education options as he challenges Democratic Gov. Maura Healey.
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🔍 Key Facts
- Campaign launch announced Sept. 30, 2025 via a campaign video distributed to Fox News
- Candidate background: West Point graduate, Airborne Ranger, Bronze Star recipient; served in Operation Desert Storm
- Business background: served as CEO of Abiomed for 19 years; agenda includes lowering taxes, boosting business retention/recruitment, and expanding parental options in education
📍 Contextual Background
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