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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.

After years in electoral doldrums, Minnesota GOP pins hopes on sour voter mood

After years in electoral doldrums, Minnesota GOP pins hopes on sour voter mood

Minnesota Republicans think they’re well-positioned this year and believe they have an upper hand over Democrats on issues frustrating many Americans: high prices, illegal immigration and international conflicts. But the party faces challenges, too.
by Mark Zdechlik

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How does Trump's trial end? It may hinge on how jurors feel about sex and privacy

How does Trump's trial end? It may hinge on how jurors feel about sex and privacy

The Trump's Trials team breaks down why prosecutors have a timeline problem, what Michael Cohen's testimony so far has shown, and why it may all come down to a question of sex and privacy in the end.
by Tyler Bartlam and Scott Detrow

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In chaotic close, Minnesota lawmakers fail to pass projects bill, equal rights amendment

In chaotic close, Minnesota lawmakers fail to pass projects bill, equal rights amendment

The Legislature ran right up to its midnight deadline Monday with a shout fest at the end. Many plans passed in one bill, but several others got left behind.
by Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters

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At Morehouse, Biden says dissent should be heard because democracy is 'still the way'

At Morehouse, Biden says dissent should be heard because democracy is 'still the way'

Facing potential headwinds with both young voters and Black voters, President Joe Biden's Morehouse College commencement address focused on his view of the importance — and future of — democracy.
by Stephen Fowler and Jeongyoon Han

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Rideshare driver pay, equal rights amendment in flux as Minnesota lawmakers race the clock

Rideshare driver pay, equal rights amendment in flux as Minnesota lawmakers race the clock

With a day left to vote in the legislative session, lawmakers prepared for marathon floor sessions to wrap up their work. The Minnesota Senate took an unexplained recess for ten hours as legislative leaders met privately.
by Dana Ferguson

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Man gets 30 years in prison for attacking ex-Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer

Man gets 30 years in prison for attacking ex-Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer

A man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for attacking the husband of then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer. He also sought to hold her hostage, but she was in Washington. 
by The Associated Press

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Politics Friday: Minnesota Republicans gather for their state convention

Politics Friday: Minnesota Republicans gather for their state convention

MPR News host Brian Bakst talks about the fall campaign with GOP officials and candidates who are at the party’s 2024 state convention for Minnesota Republicans in downtown St. Paul.
by Brian Bakst, Ellie Roth and Matthew Alvarez

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