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October 12, 2023 10:41 AM

Rep. Dean Phillips speaks on Israel war, House Speaker election, potential run for president

Minnesota 3rd District Rep. Dean Phillips has been one of the more vocal members of Minnesota's delegations in recent weeks: He joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share thoughts about on the Hamas attacks in Israel, dysfunction in the U.S. House, and why he suggests someone challenge President Biden.

by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Mark Zdechlik

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October 12, 2023 8:49 AM

Social Security benefits will increase by 3.2 percent in 2024 as inflation moderates

The acting Social Security commissioner says a 3.2 percent increase in benefits next year “will help millions of people keep up with expenses."

by The Associated Press

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October 12, 2023 6:15 AM

GOP's Scalise ends his bid to become House speaker after failing to secure the votes to win gavel

Republican Steve Scalise has ended his bid to become House speaker after failing to secure the votes to win the gavel. Scalise told GOP colleagues at a closed-door meeting late Thursday of his decision.

by The Associated Press

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October 12, 2023 4:32 AM

Blinken arrives in Tel Aviv as Israel mobilizes along its border with Gaza

The arrival of the U.S. secretary of state is part of a diplomatic tour to show support for Israel following deadly attacks by Hamas militants. Meanwhile, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Gaza.

by Michele Kelemen and Daniel Estrin

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October 12, 2023 4:00 AM

Scalise says he's a unifier. The current state of the GOP will test that skill

If elected House speaker, Louisiana Republican Steve Scalise would be the first top House leader from the South since Newt Gingrich served as speaker more than 20 years ago.

by Molly Ryan

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October 11, 2023 12:11 PM

Emmer’s odds of rising to No. 2 position in GOP improve as Republicans back Scalise

Republicans on Wednesday endorsed House Majority Leader Steve Scalise to be the next speaker, paving the way for a possible ascension of Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer.

by Dana Ferguson

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October 11, 2023 12:05 PM

Walz orders flags be flown at half-staff following attack on Israel

Walz encouraged individuals and businesses to also fly their flags at half-staff to remember, mourn and honor victims following Saturday’s Hamas attack on Israel.

by Mark Zdechlik

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October 11, 2023 10:36 AM

Minnesota officials overshot tax rebate estimate by $144M

A tax rebate that was supposed to top $1 billion wound up beneath that threshold because of fewer eligible dependents, state officials said.

by Dana Ferguson

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October 11, 2023 6:31 AM

Having ousted McCarthy, House Republicans are hitting trouble trying to nominate new speaker

Stalemated over a new House speaker, the Republican majority is scheduled to convene behind closed doors to try to vote on a nominee.

by The Associated Press

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October 10, 2023 6:08 PM

A life not fully lived: Federal bill aims to prevent more opioid overdose deaths

Anastasia’s family said she lost her life after buying some pills on the social media app SnapChat. Later that night, Olga noticed the light shining out from under her daughter’s door. She knocked, then opened the door. She found her cold on her bed, with her face turning blue.

by Jon Collins

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