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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.

Second justice this month announces retirement from Minnesota Supreme Court

Second justice this month announces retirement from Minnesota Supreme Court

After eight years on Minnesota’s highest court, Justice Margaret Chutich said Tuesday that she will retire this summer. Her announcement comes five days after Justice Barry Anderson announced his intent to retire in May.
by Matt Sepic

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Bipartisan tax deal could expand Child Tax Credit and extend business tax breaks

Bipartisan tax deal could expand Child Tax Credit and extend business tax breaks

The legislation expands a popular child tax credit and applies to families with multiple children. It also speeds up some tax breaks for research and development expensing for corporations.
by Deirdre Walsh

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Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

The rollout sets the table for months of debate at the Capitol over a capital investment bill. Lawmakers said high inflation and tight budget forecasts led them to propose a slimmer proposal.
by Dana Ferguson

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No joke: Feds are banning humorous electronic messages on highways

No joke: Feds are banning humorous electronic messages on highways

Administration officials say electronic signs with obscure meanings, references to pop culture or those intended to be funny will be banned in 2026 because they can be misunderstood or distracting.
by The Associated Press

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A brutally cold night in Iowa made for a low-turnout caucus. What's next for a shrinking Republican field?

A brutally cold night in Iowa made for a low-turnout caucus. What's next for a shrinking Republican field?

The presidential nomination race is shifting ahead to New Hampshire after former President Donald Trump’s convincing win in Iowa Monday night. Minnesota voters will soon have their turn but there could be very few candidates still standing by the time Minnesota ballots get counted.
by Cathy Wurzer and Clay Masters

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Minnesota equal rights amendment revamped to include protections for abortion, gender care

Minnesota equal rights amendment revamped to include protections for abortion, gender care

For years, supporters of the equal rights amendment have sought to include new protections in the Minnesota Constitution. With a new tweak, DFL leaders say this could be the year it moves to the ballot.
by Dana Ferguson

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Zelenskyy takes center stage in Davos as he tries to rally support for Ukraine

Zelenskyy takes center stage in Davos as he tries to rally support for Ukraine

Zelenskyy is headlining a frenzied first full day of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in the Swiss resort, where officials from the U.S., EU, China and Middle East will also be prominent.
by The Associated Press

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