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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.

What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota

What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota

Minnesotans will be able to cast their ballot for presidential, statewide and local elections starting on Friday. People can vote early via mail-in ballot or visit a designated early voting location before Election Day. 
by Ellie Roth

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House rejects temporary funding bill to avoid government shutdown

House rejects temporary funding bill to avoid government shutdown

The House on Wednesday rejected Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposal that would have linked temporary funding for the federal government with a mandate that states require proof of citizenship when people register to vote.
by The Associated Press

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Officials search for more staff, other fixes for growing child care crunch in Duluth

Officials search for more staff, other fixes for growing child care crunch in Duluth

Officials, providers and parents gathered in Duluth this week to discuss possible solutions to the child care crisis in the city. The news three large day care centers will close soon is adding to an already large shortage of child care slots
by Dan Kraker

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Forget tedious paper applications, Americans can now renew passports online

Forget tedious paper applications, Americans can now renew passports online

The State Department announced Wednesday that its online renewal system is now fully operational, after testing in pilot programs, and available to adult passport holders whose passport had expired within the past five years or will expire in the coming year.
by The Associated Press

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Vance says Haitian migrants with protected status are ‘illegal aliens’ to be deported

Vance says Haitian migrants with protected status are ‘illegal aliens’ to be deported

The Republican vice presidential nominee continues to rail against Haitian migrants living in Ohio, though many have Temporary Protected Status, as the GOP escalates its hardline immigration stance.
by Stephen Fowler

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Report: Minnesota youth have huge potential to shape the 2024 presidential election

Report: Minnesota youth have huge potential to shape the 2024 presidential election

Voters ages 18 to 29 could decide Minnesota’s pick for president, according to nonpartisan research center CIRCLE. They could also impact the outcome in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. 
by Feven Gerezgiher

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In break with tradition, the Teamsters will not endorse a presidential candidate

In break with tradition, the Teamsters will not endorse a presidential candidate

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a union of 1.3 million workers, will not endorse Vice President Harris or former President Donald Trump for president, after decades of backing Democrats.
by Don Gonyea and Lexie Schapitl

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‘This is affecting a lot of people in my community‘: Haitians in Minnesota stand strong amid hateful rhetoric

‘This is affecting a lot of people in my community‘: Haitians in Minnesota stand strong amid hateful rhetoric

Djenane Saint Juste is an author, dancer and the founder of the Haitian arts organization Afoutayi. She said that the political discussion around Haitians has deeply impacted her community here in Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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White House hosts first meeting with Trump, Harris transition teams

White House hosts first meeting with Trump, Harris transition teams

The outgoing administration plans to smooth the handoff to whomever wins in November. The meeting and invitation to both parties’ representatives are required under the Presidential Transition Act, which mandates that the designated candidate representatives serve in an advisory capacity.
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John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?

John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?

This year, Thune has jumped out to a pace meant to exhaust his rivals. But the drive to become leader has forced Thune into a delicate pose: contrasting Trump’s style of politics, but stopping short of the direct confrontations that have ended the careers of other Republicans.
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