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Supreme Court punts census case, giving Trump an iffy chance to alter numbers

Supreme Court punts census case, giving Trump an iffy chance to alter numbers

The opinion said the case was "riddled with contingencies and speculation that impede judicial review." The president has been seeking to use a count that does not include undocumented immigrants.
by Nina Totenberg and Hansi Lo Wang

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AG Ellison: 'Nobody wants to push anybody to close'

AG Ellison: 'Nobody wants to push anybody to close'

Dozens of bars and restaurants across Minnesota are openly defying Gov. Tim Walz’s ban on indoor dining and drinking. Many say they have nothing to lose as they've been bleeding money for months. In response, the state is ramping up its efforts to squash what seems like a growing rebellion.
by Cathy Wurzer

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6 suspects indicted in alleged conspiracy to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

6 suspects indicted in alleged conspiracy to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

The six men had already been charged in a criminal complaint at the time of their arrest in October, but the federal grand jury indictment enables the U.S. Justice Department to proceed with the case.
by Mark Katkov

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Emmer won't call Biden president-elect

Emmer won't call Biden president-elect

Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer acknowledged the Electoral College has certified Joe Biden's win over President Trump but said that the process is still not over.
by MPR News Staff

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U.S. cyber agency: Computer hack poses 'grave risk'

U.S. cyber agency: Computer hack poses 'grave risk'

The computer breach threatens federal, state and local governments, as well as private companies and organizations. In addition, the hack is ongoing and will be extremely difficult to remove.
by Bill Chappell and Greg Myre

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