Anders Folk is a dedicated candidate for Hennepin County Attorney, rooted in a lifelong commitment to justice and community service. A seasoned federal prosecutor and former senior official in the U.S. Department of Justice under President Biden, Anders brings over twenty years of experience in legal and public service. His notable career includes serving as the Acting United States Attorney for the District of Minnesota, where he oversaw influential prosecutions, including the high-profile federal case against Derek Chauvin's co-defendants following George Floyd's murder.

Anders's legal expertise spans complex cases involving violent crime, public corruption, and civil rights violations, and he has played a significant role in national criminal policy as a senior counsel for the Deputy Attorney General. His background also includes military service as a Judge Advocate in the U.S. Marine Corps. Passionate about improving justice outcomes, he serves on multiple boards, including the YMCA of the North and the Veterans Defense Project. Anders lives in the Twin Cities with his family, fully committed to his state and its progress.