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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.

Key takeaways from night 2 of the Democratic convention

Key takeaways from night 2 of the Democratic convention

Party leaders tried to blend its past with its future. Former Presidents Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter showed up to support Joe Biden. But Democrats also showcased 17 "rising stars," reflecting the party's diversity of race, age, geography and identity. Jill Biden wrapped up Tuesday with a heartfelt pitch for her husband.
by The Associated Press

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Expired jobless benefits cost economy billions, but some states reject Trump's aid

Expired jobless benefits cost economy billions, but some states reject Trump's aid

The expiration of emergency jobless benefits is draining $15 billion a week from the U.S. economy. President Donald Trump has offered to replace half that money, but states have been slow to accept.
by Scott Horsley

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Citizenship delays could thwart thousands who dream of voting

Citizenship delays could thwart thousands who dream of voting

Many immigrants applied for U.S. citizenship last year, thinking they’d be able to vote in this year’s general election. But the pandemic has pushed processing times way up, and hundreds of thousands are still waiting.
by Megan Burks

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Kanye West submits Minnesota ballot petition

Kanye West submits Minnesota ballot petition

Kanye West’s petition is subject to review but he’d be one of several third-party or independent candidates for president on Minnesota’s ballot, which could make the difference in a close race.
by Brian Bakst

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Minnesota joins multistate lawsuit over postal changes

Minnesota joins multistate lawsuit over postal changes

Minnesota is joining a coalition of 14 states in suing to block service changes at the U.S. Postal Service, even as the postmaster general reversed himself and said he'd halt some of the changes following a national outcry.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Suffrage anniversary commemorations highlight racial divide

Suffrage anniversary commemorations highlight racial divide

As the U.S. marks the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, many event organizers have been careful to present it as a commemoration, not a celebration. That's because when the 19th Amendment passed in 1920, it was mostly white women who benefited.
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Under Trump, more big donors are named ambassadors — and controversies have followed

Under Trump, more big donors are named ambassadors — and controversies have followed

The U.S. "not only has a higher percentage of political ambassadors, but has a higher percentage ... who don't seem to be temperamentally or intellectually suited for the work," says an ex-diplomat.
by Michele Kelemen

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Democrats make it official, nominate Biden to take on Trump

Democrats make it official, nominate Biden to take on Trump

Democrats formally nominated Joe Biden as their 2020 presidential nominee Tuesday night, as party officials and activists from across the nation gave the former vice president their overwhelming support during his party’s all-virtual national convention. The moment marked a political high point for Biden, who had sought the presidency twice before.
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