ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz informed legislative leaders that his reins power will go to Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan at 1.p.m. when he goes under general anesthesia for a colonoscopy. Walz, age 58, said he expected to be back on the job Tuesday. Colonoscopies are an internal search for polyps usually following an at-home test for colorectal cancer or pre-cancerous polyps. The procedure itself is painless and not debilitating.
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Walz: “I hope my procedure serves as a reminder and encouragement for Minnesotans to seek out preventative care and stay on top of your health.”