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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.

Donald Trump appeals $454 million judgment in New York civil fraud case

Donald Trump appeals $454 million judgment in New York civil fraud case

The former president's lawyers filed notices of appeal Monday asking the state's mid-level appeals court to overturn the Feb. 16 verdict and reverse penalties that threaten Trump's cash reserves.
by The Associated Press

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Nikki Haley tells Minnesota crowd it's time for a new direction in White House race

Nikki Haley tells Minnesota crowd it's time for a new direction in White House race

Nikki Haley’s stop in Minnesota is part of her swing through Super Tuesday states. She’s hunting for her first win in a GOP race that Former President Donald Trump has dominated from the state.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Minnesota’s 2024 precinct caucuses are Tuesday. Here’s how to participate

Minnesota’s 2024 precinct caucuses are Tuesday. Here’s how to participate

Minnesota’s precinct caucuses start at 7 p.m. on Feb. 27. The caucuses are a place to elect local party officers and delegates to the state convention. They are also a place for party members and supporters to present different ideas and issues.
by Ellie Roth

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Walz calls for more resources to prevent opioid overdose deaths, including Naloxone access

Walz calls for more resources to prevent opioid overdose deaths, including Naloxone access

Gov. Tim Walz said he wants to put more resources towards overdose prevention this year. He spoke about the problem at a roundtable discussion Monday with local, state and federal leaders.   
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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What could Biden's Israel-Gaza stand mean for his campaign? Michigan is an early test

What could Biden's Israel-Gaza stand mean for his campaign? Michigan is an early test

Some Arab American, Muslim and young voters in the Detroit area plan to vote "uncommitted" in Tuesday's primary. They want to send a message to Biden: Call for a cease-fire or lose us in November.
by Rachel Treisman, Leila Fadel, Reena Advani and Ziad Buchh

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Key economic report will guide Minnesota lawmakers through session’s end

Key economic report will guide Minnesota lawmakers through session’s end

Lawmakers were advised before this session to tread carefully or risk putting the state budget into the red. An updated economic forecast will indicate whether those concerns remain or have eased.
by Clay Masters

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Conservative megadonors Koch not funding Haley anymore as she continues longshot bid

Conservative megadonors Koch not funding Haley anymore as she continues longshot bid

The influential Koch network of conservative megadonors announced it will no longer be spending its resources on Haley's presidential bid, saying no outside group can "widen her path to victory."
by Sarah McCammon

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