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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.

Minneapolis residents express concerns about proposed Blue Line extension plan

Minneapolis residents express concerns about proposed Blue Line extension plan

Municipalities where the route will be located are holding public hearings on the preliminary design plans. Minneapolis City Council members are listening to feedback and will vote on whether to grant municipal consent for the project.
by Regina Medina

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Next year’s Jan. 6 election certification will get extra security to prevent another riot

Next year’s Jan. 6 election certification will get extra security to prevent another riot

In an effort to prevent another riot like the one on Jan. 6, 2021, the Homeland Security secretary has designated the congressional count and certification of the presidential election as a national special security event overseen by the Secret Service.
by The Associated Press

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Trump rules out another debate against Harris as her campaign announces $47M haul in hours afterward

Trump rules out another debate against Harris as her campaign announces $47M haul in hours afterward

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday ruled out another presidential debate against Vice President Kamala Harris as her campaign announced a massive fundraising haul in the hours after the two candidates met on stage.
by The Associated Press

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Politics Friday: What to watch for with political ads on the way

Politics Friday: What to watch for with political ads on the way

The latest in our meet-the-candidates interviews offers an introduction to Democratic nominee Rachel Bohman in Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District. Then, a chat with an expert in political psychology about political ads, their aims and what goes into them.  
by Brian Bakst, Matthew Alvarez and Ellie Roth

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Some Minnesota Republicans distance themselves from U.S. Senate candidate Royce White

Some Minnesota Republicans distance themselves from U.S. Senate candidate Royce White

Down-ballot GOP candidates are putting space between themselves and White, a candidate with a combative style and complicated past. They say they’re focusing on their own campaigns.
by Dana Ferguson

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North Dakota judge strikes down the state’s abortion ban and says people have a right to the procedure until viability

North Dakota judge strikes down the state’s abortion ban and says people have a right to the procedure until viability

North Dakota judge strikes down the state’s abortion ban and says people have a right to the procedure until viability.
by The Associated Press

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12 students taken to hospital after vehicle hits Cherry school bus near Hibbing

12 students taken to hospital after vehicle hits Cherry school bus near Hibbing

The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. and the bus, which was carrying pre-K through 12th grade students, rolled at the intersection of Highway 5 and Townline Road in St. Louis County.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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An undecided swing state voter watched the debate. It moved the needle

An undecided swing state voter watched the debate. It moved the needle

Cameron Lewellen of Georgia headed into Tuesday's debate one of the small but potentially key slice of voters who are undecided about the presidential election. After, his vote is in sharper focus.
by Sam Gringlas

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