Politics and Government News

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Metro Transit workers vote to authorize strike
Hundreds of members of the union that represents Metro Transit workers in the Twin Cities have authorized a strike. The vote doesn’t mean there will be a work stoppage yet — but it does empower the union’s leaders to call a strike.
3rd Avenue Bridge reopens in October, Stone Arch Bridge repairs planned for next two summers
The Stone Arch Bridge will be closed to through traffic for two summers, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, but the Third Avenue Bridge nearby will reopen in late October.
Delta Air Lines employees work up a sweat at boot camp, learning how to de-ice planes at MSP
The temperature says it's summer outside, but Delta Air Lines is training employees in how to de-ice an airplane — a critical part of flying during the cold winter months. 
At the G20, Biden joins forces with India and the Middle East, sidelining China
President Joe Biden and other world leaders announced a new corridor to link India with the Middle East and Europe. It's one of several initiatives aimed at countering China's Belt and Road Initiative.
Al Quie remembered with warmth, humor at funeral service
The funeral happened a day after Quie lay in state at the Minnesota State Capitol. Political leaders from both parties paid respect to Quie during a ceremony in the Rotunda next to his casket.
Minn. Secretary of State says he does not have authority to remove Trump from ballot, but individuals can petition
Secretary of State Steve Simon said this week he does not have that sole authority to remove Trump from the ballot but according to the statute, any individual can petition for it.