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Politics and Government News

MPR News is your hub for the latest politics and government news coverage. Whether you're looking for the status of a recent Supreme Court ruling, or want updates on Minnesota's newest laws, we have comprehensive state and national news coverage ready for you.

Republicans and K-12 school leaders clash over handling of antisemitism

Republicans and K-12 school leaders clash over handling of antisemitism

Republicans tried for the kind of headline moments they’ve scored in similar hearings with elite college presidents. But the testimony from K-12 public school leaders offered few surprises.
by Cory Turner and Nicole Cohen

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Biden heads to Wisconsin to laud a new Microsoft facility, meet voters — and troll Trump

Biden heads to Wisconsin to laud a new Microsoft facility, meet voters — and troll Trump

President Joe Biden is racing into yet another battleground state. Biden on Wednesday is traveling to Racine, Wis., where he’ll highlight a decision by Microsoft to build a $3.3 billion data center that is expected to create roughly 2,000 jobs.
by The Associated Press

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Why wonky building codes could be key in reducing state’s climate impact

Why wonky building codes could be key in reducing state’s climate impact

Building codes set minimum safety requirements for how new homes should be designed and constructed. But they can also be an important behind-the-scenes tool to fight climate change.
by Dan Kraker

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At State of the City address Minneapolis mayor optimistic, but tells council to curb spending

At State of the City address Minneapolis mayor optimistic, but tells council to curb spending

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey painted a picture of a city brimming with possibility at his annual State of the City address Tuesday. But he acknowledged that Minneapolis is still rebounding from the pandemic.
by Jon Collins

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Gov. Tim Walz signs ‘Taylor Swift bill’ into law, requiring more regulation in the ticketing industry

Gov. Tim Walz signs ‘Taylor Swift bill’ into law, requiring more regulation in the ticketing industry

The law requires ticket sellers to list the full price, including fees, up-front on their website. It also bans speculative ticketing, where tickets are sold before they are actually available. And it will prevent ticket companies and resellers from using deceptive practices.
by Ellie Roth

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