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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.

Light on news, heavy on personality in Elon Musk and Donald Trump X interview

Light on news, heavy on personality in Elon Musk and Donald Trump X interview

It was typical Trump fare in an X conversation between the former president and Tesla CEO Elon Musk Monday night. Starting late due to technical issues, the friendly political chat lasted two hours.
by Shannon Bond, Danielle Kurtzleben and Bobby Allyn

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FBI is investigating after Trump campaign says Iran hacked sensitive documents

FBI is investigating after Trump campaign says Iran hacked sensitive documents

The FBI said Monday it is investigating allegations that sensitive documents from the Trump campaign were stolen in a cyber intrusion days after the campaign declared it had been hacked by Iran.
by The Associated Press

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How Springfield, Ohio, took center stage in the election immigration debate

How Springfield, Ohio, took center stage in the election immigration debate

Springfield, Ohio's migrant surge sparks heated debate. Critics, including Trump's VP pick JD Vance, see the city as a cautionary tale of unchecked immigration. Supporters argue for economic benefits.
by Jasmine Garsd

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Walz makes a 5-state dash for campaign cash this week, traveling solo for 1st time as running mate

Walz makes a 5-state dash for campaign cash this week, traveling solo for 1st time as running mate

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is branching out this week and holding his first solo events as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, making a five-state dash for campaign cash and addressing a key union gathering.
by The Associated Press

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Charges filed against DFL Minnesota House candidate in alleged sign-stealing case in Alexandria

Charges filed against DFL Minnesota House candidate in alleged sign-stealing case in Alexandria

Judd Hoff was charged with receiving stolen property and abetting felony theft. His wife, Wendy Hoff was charged with felony theft after police found hundreds of stolen signs on the couple’s property in Alexandria.
by Ellie Roth

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Chicago ’68 recalls a Democratic convention and a political moment like no other

Chicago ’68 recalls a Democratic convention and a political moment like no other

In the months leading up to DNC 2024, "Chicago ‘68" has been repeatedly conjured. But there is nothing in this political climate to compare to '68 and the all-encompassing anxiety over Vietnam.
by Ron Elving

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Local groups mobilize to support immigrant access to the polls  

Local groups mobilize to support immigrant access to the polls  

Local organizations are working to ensure voters in Latino, Somali, African diaspora and Hmong communities have the information and support they need to register to vote in the upcoming primary election.
by Sarah Thamer

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