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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.

States unite on reopening economies: 'Science – not politics – will guide' decisions

States unite on reopening economies: 'Science – not politics – will guide' decisions

"Any plan to reopen society MUST be driven by data and experts," said Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York, which is forming a regional coalition. California will work with Oregon and Washington.
by Bill Chappell

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Trump and Fauci seek to present united front at coronavirus briefing

Trump and Fauci seek to present united front at coronavirus briefing

President Trump and the leading immunologist on the White House coronavirus task force attempted to present a united front Monday, following speculation of a shakeup within the federal pandemic response effort.
by Alana Wise

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Fauci comments on U.S. virus response seem to draw Trump's ire

Fauci comments on U.S. virus response seem to draw Trump's ire

The United States' top infectious disease expert said that earlier mitigation could have saved lives but that knowing when to take such steps "is complicated." President Trump later reposted a tweet that referenced Fauci's comments and that said "Time to #FireFauci." 
by The Associated Press

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A month after emergency declaration, Trump's promises largely unfulfilled

A month after emergency declaration, Trump's promises largely unfulfilled

On March 13, President Trump promised to mobilize private and public resources to respond to the coronavirus. NPR followed up on each promise and found little action had been taken.
by Joseph Shapiro, Robert Benincasa, Meg Anderson, Tim Mak, Sacha Pfeiffer, Huo Jingnan and Graham Smith

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Local government goes virtual during pandemic

Local government goes virtual during pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic changes the definition of “business as usual” in Minnesota, local governments across the state are scrambling to keep essential services going, and find new ways to hold public meetings.
by Dan Gunderson

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COVID-19 adds another challenge to MN's Latino census response

COVID-19 adds another challenge to MN's Latino census response

Latinos in Minnesota are historically undercounted in the U.S. census due to several barriers, including a mistrust of government. The COVID-19 crisis has added a new complication, but community groups continue outreach efforts in virtual spaces.
by Riham Feshir

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UK PM Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life

UK PM Johnson out of the hospital, says staff saved his life

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was discharged Sunday from a London hospital where he was treated in intensive care for the coronavirus, as the U.K. became the fourth European country to surpass 10,000 virus-related deaths.
by The Associated Press

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