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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.

California Gov. Newsom vetoes AI safety bill that divided Silicon Valley

California Gov. Newsom vetoes AI safety bill that divided Silicon Valley

The measure, known as SB 1047, was one of the nation’s most far-reaching regulations on the booming AI industry. It would have held AI companies legally liable for harms caused by AI and enabled a "kill switch" if systems went rogue.
by Bobby Allyn

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Tim Walz’s experience in China could help him as veep, but he barely mentions it as a candidate

Tim Walz’s experience in China could help him as veep, but he barely mentions it as a candidate

When Gov. Tim Walz first ran for Congress in 2006, his campaign proudly touted his extensive experience in China. In fact, earlier in his political career, he occasionally exaggerated it. But now that he’s running for vice president, Walz barely mentions China. And Republicans have tried to turn those connections into a political liability.
by Forest Hunt, Caspar von Au and Curtis Gilbert

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What Tim Walz's past debate performances reveal about how he may take on JD Vance

What Tim Walz's past debate performances reveal about how he may take on JD Vance

Gov. Tim Walz’s track record suggests the Democratic governor will focus on his experiences pre-politics. Those who’ve debated him before say Walz has a down-to-earth style that is relatable — but that style can also cause problems for the governor.
by Dana Ferguson

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Pennsylvania's Latinos could be key to deciding who wins the presidency

Pennsylvania's Latinos could be key to deciding who wins the presidency

The Latino vote could be decisive in this year’s election. The largely Puerto Rican population in Pennsylvania has deep ties to Democrats, making efforts to engage those communities key for the party.
by Ashley Lopez

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‘SNL’ has always taken on politics. Here’s what works — and why

‘SNL’ has always taken on politics. Here’s what works — and why

As a historic election looms, “Saturday Night Live” faces an ongoing challenge to make America laugh — and process an increasingly strange political world. Jean Smart hosts the show’s 50th season premiere on Saturday.
by Eric Deggans

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