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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.

Democrats lean into border security as it shapes contest for control of Congress

Democrats lean into border security as it shapes contest for control of Congress

With immigration shaping the elections that will decide control of Congress, Democrats are trying to outflank Republicans and convince voters they can address problems at the U.S. border with Mexico, embracing an issue that has traditionally been used against them.
by The Associated Press

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As Green Line extension languishes, some lawmakers want future light rail in state hands

As Green Line extension languishes, some lawmakers want future light rail in state hands

A bill being considered at the Capitol would take authority over light rail construction away from the Metropolitan Council and give it to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Underpass underway: Downtown Moorhead project separating trains and traffic

Underpass underway: Downtown Moorhead project separating trains and traffic

A $120 million project will drop street traffic below two busy rail lines passing through Moorhead. Cars and pedestrians currently being forced to wait for trains to pass will now be able to move more freely.
by Amy Felegy

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New chief executive for Mille Lacs Band decided in Minnesota Chippewa Tribe primaries

New chief executive for Mille Lacs Band decided in Minnesota Chippewa Tribe primaries

Candidates who receive more than 50 percent of the vote in the primary election are declared the winner, according to the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe’s election ordinance, Under this provision, the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe has elected a new chief executive.
by Melissa Olson

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Politics Friday: The race is underway for Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District

Politics Friday: The race is underway for Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District

MPR News host Brian Bakst talks with Minnesota U.S. Representative Angie Craig. We’ll also get a look at strains facing rural ambulance services.
by Brian Bakst, Matthew Alvarez and Ellie Roth

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Party conventions open in North Dakota with GOP divided and Democrats searching for candidates

For Republicans, it’s a question of whether top candidates will keep seeking the party’s endorsement. For Democrats, it’s an even tougher question of whether there will be a full slate of candidates to endorse.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Minnesota’s rural ambulance providers look to state Capitol for their own lifeline

Minnesota’s rural ambulance providers look to state Capitol for their own lifeline

With some ambulance services in greater Minnesota facing severe financial pressures, the Legislature is considering a rescue package for rural EMS providers. How much and in what form are the driving questions in the Capitol debate.
by Ellie Roth

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