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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.

With costs ballooning, what’s the future of universal school lunch programs?

With costs ballooning, what’s the future of universal school lunch programs?

The program is popular, but it’s already costing the state more money than expected — the estimated price tag is about $480 million for the first two years. Minnesota isn’t the only state to implement a program like this, nor was it the first.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Trump threatens to jail adversaries in escalating rhetoric ahead of pivotal debate

Trump threatens to jail adversaries in escalating rhetoric ahead of pivotal debate

Former President Donald Trump posted a warning on his social media site threatening to jail those “involved in unscrupulous behavior” this election, which he said would be under intense scrutiny.
by The Associated Press

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Here’s where Trump and Harris stand on 6 education issues

Here’s where Trump and Harris stand on 6 education issues

From school choice to college affordability, Trump and Harris don't have a lot in common. Ahead of the candidates’ only scheduled debate, we’ve put together a handy primer of their education views.
by Cory Turner

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Trump heads to a deep-red part of swing-state Wisconsin to talk about the economy

Trump heads to a deep-red part of swing-state Wisconsin to talk about the economy

Former President Donald Trump is heading to Mosinee, Wisc. for a rally that’s intended to focus heavily on the economy, marking his first trip to the mostly rural central part of the key battleground state. 
by The Associated Press

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How Harris will distinguish her foreign policy from Biden — and Trump

How Harris will distinguish her foreign policy from Biden — and Trump

By necessity, Vice President Harris has worked in lockstep with President Biden on his foreign policy. What she would do in the White House if she wins on Nov. 5 will be in focus in Tuesday's debate.
by Asma Khalid

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Debates have proved a tough test for vice presidents running for president

Debates have proved a tough test for vice presidents running for president

A look back at other sitting vice presidents who were running for the top job and debating on TV against the nominee of the opposition party: Gore in 2000, George H.W. Bush in 1988 and Nixon in 1960.
by Ron Elving

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