Mike Lindell stepping down as MyPillow CEO to focus on Minnesota governor's race

TL;DR

Mike Lindell has stepped down as CEO of MyPillow.
He will now focus on his campaign for governor of Minnesota.
Lindell has also reduced his ownership stake in MyPillow to a minority share.
James Furlong will take over as the new CEO of MyPillow.
The Republican Party of Minnesota has questioned Lindell's residency status for gubernatorial candidates.
Lindell has been accused of violating campaign laws by distributing MyPillow products at a parade.
Lindell was a leading Republican candidate and received an endorsement from President Trump.
Other Republican candidates include Kendall Qualls and Lisa Demuth.
Early voting for the primary is underway, with the general election in November.
The winner of the GOP nomination is likely to face Sen. Amy Klobuchar in the general election.

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