The Reformer spoke to four people who were at the fundraiser or who have spoken to Walz about his plans in recent days. Despite the advantages of incumbency, a robust fundraising operation and his own natural political skills, winning a third term won’t be easy. “A third Walz term would be a disaster, and I’m stepping up to make sure that doesn’t happen,” Robbins said in a statement to the Reformer. A national media and public speaking tour earlier this year fueled speculation about a 2028 presidential run, but he’s already said he won’t run if he wins a third term. The last time Minnesota voters were faced with a governor seeking a third term, they rejected Iron Range Democrat Gov.