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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.

Pelosi asks Black Caucus to come up with police reforms following protests

Pelosi asks Black Caucus to come up with police reforms following protests

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus are pushing a wide range of proposals such as banning chokeholds as a response to the protests across the country following the death of George Floyd.
by Kelsey Snell and Claudia Grisales

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N.C. governor: 'Very unlikely' RNC can proceed without social distancing, masks

N.C. governor: 'Very unlikely' RNC can proceed without social distancing, masks

With the course of the pandemic unclear, North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said, "Planning for a scaled-down convention with fewer people, social distancing and face coverings is a necessity."
by Steve Harrison

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'He did not pray': Fallout grows from Trump's photo-op at St. John's Church

'He did not pray': Fallout grows from Trump's photo-op at St. John's Church

"He did not pray. He did not offer a word of balm or condolence to those who are grieving," says the bishop who oversees the church. Washington's mayor was more direct: "Shameful!"
by Bill Chappell

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U.S. cities erupt in more violence amid threats from Trump

U.S. cities erupt in more violence amid threats from Trump

Hours after a carefully orchestrated declaration by President Donald Trump to send out the military and "dominate the streets," American cities were engulfed in more violence and destruction that overshadowed peaceful protests demanding justice after generations of racism.
by The Associated Press

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Park police tear gas peaceful protesters to clear way for Trump church photo-op

Park police tear gas peaceful protesters to clear way for Trump church photo-op

After U.S. Park Police and National Guard troops pushed demonstrators out of Lafayette Park, President Trump walked from the White House to St. John's Church where he posed for pictures with a Bible.
by Tom Gjelten

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High-profile prosecution poses risks for AG Keith Ellison

High-profile prosecution poses risks for AG Keith Ellison

Attorney General Keith Ellison is at center stage leading the prosecution of the man accused of killing George Floyd. It's a rare step for the attorney general’s office, and a step that once again puts a spotlight on an often polarizing public figure.
by Tim Pugmire

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