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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.

George Floyd's brother to UN Human Rights Council: 'I am asking you to help us'

George Floyd's brother to UN Human Rights Council: 'I am asking you to help us'

Philonise Floyd calls for a United Nations probe into police brutality in the U.S., which is not part of the council. "I'm asking you to help him," he tells the diplomats. "I'm asking you to help me."
by Colin Dwyer

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City of Duluth moves to remove the word 'chief' from key job titles

City of Duluth moves to remove the word 'chief' from key job titles

The Duluth City Council will vote Monday on a proposal to change the city’s “chief administrative officer” position to “city administrator.” The goal is to “proactively remove language that is harmful, misrepresentative, and derogatory.”
by Dan Kraker

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Justice Department seeks to block publication of John Bolton's White House memoir

Justice Department seeks to block publication of John Bolton's White House memoir

A week before the scheduled June 23 launch of the former national security adviser's tale of his time serving Trump, the government has filed a lawsuit attempting to hold up the book's release.
by David Welna

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2020 electoral map ratings: Biden has an edge over Trump, with 5 months to go

2020 electoral map ratings: Biden has an edge over Trump, with 5 months to go

Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden has an advantage over President Trump in the states likely to tip the presidential race, but he's still short of solidifying 270 electoral votes needed to win.
by Domenico Montanaro

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For some Minneapolis residents, dismantling the police isn’t far-fetched

For some Minneapolis residents, dismantling the police isn’t far-fetched

During the unrest in the days following the police killing of George Floyd, some residents banded together to defend themselves. They say those lessons can help reimagine a community-led public safety program that’s organized and ready to protect their neighborhoods.
by Riham Feshir

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Walz pushes again for public works bill

Walz pushes again for public works bill

Gov. Tim Walz is calling again on state lawmakers to pass a robust package of public construction projects before time runs out in the special session. The DFL governor has been pushing for a $2 billion bonding bill since January.
by Tim Pugmire

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