Emmer gets Colbert’d

WASHINGTON - Congressional candidates are always looking for media exposure. But Tom Emmer, who's seeking the Republican nod to replace Michele Bachmann in the 6th District, probably doesn't want this kind of attention.

Comedian Stephen Colbert found Emmer's ad for a local remodeling company and had plenty of fun at Emmer's expense.

Just watch it:

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