The only question I have... is why did the RNC choose it?
It had a lot to do with the fact that Minnesota is (or was)considered a purple state.
Up ‘til last November, the GOP handled three of the 4 constitutional offices (including Governor), 1 of 2 Senate seats, 4 of 8 US House seats and the state house of representatives.
Well, things didn’t go so well last November - but the RNC already committed to Minnesota at that time.
The Pubbies chose St Paul.