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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.

Seeing isn’t always believing: How to spot fake, edited images online

Seeing isn’t always believing: How to spot fake, edited images online

For the most part, high-quality image manipulation will be impossible to detect, especially when using the naked eye. However, there are some best practices to follow when you’re suspecting an image might not be legitimate.
by Cody Nelson

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How to vet a news source

How to vet a news source

With more news outlets than ever online, it’s crucial to evaluate the source of information before taking it into consideration. Here are five questions to test a news site’s credibility.
by Cody Nelson

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How to spot a 'deepfake' video

How to spot a 'deepfake' video

“Deepfakes” are a high-tech way to fool voters, and experts are warning social media users to be on the watch. Here are some tips for spotting this latest tool of disinformation.
by Catharine Richert

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Policast: New poll shows Walz has most Minnesotans' support

Today’s check-in on Minnesota politics from MPR News summarizes a new poll showing approval for DFL Gov. Tim Walz. Also, a new toolkit on disinformation from the Can You Believe It? team includes tips on spotting fake or altered images.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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MPR News/Star Tribune poll: 56 percent approve of Walz performance

MPR News/Star Tribune poll: 56 percent approve of Walz performance

A new Minnesota Public Radio/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll finds a majority of state voters like how DFL Gov. Tim Walz is doing his job. The survey also found support for legalizing marijuana and more spending on education and health. But most Minnesotans have concerns about proposed new mining projects and their potential impact on the environment.
by Tim Pugmire

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'Why would I get out?': Democrats brush off calls to quit

'Why would I get out?': Democrats brush off calls to quit

Bernie Sanders' ascendance in the Democratic presidential primary has brought louder calls for some of his rivals to drop out of the race. Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar said during a stop in Arkansas the day after she came in sixth in Nevada that dropping out was “not even a close call" for her.
by The Associated Press

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U.S. appeals court upholds Trump rules involving abortions

U.S. appeals court upholds Trump rules involving abortions

The rules ban taxpayer-funded clinics from making abortion referrals and prohibit clinics that receive federal money from sharing office space with abortion providers — a rule critics said would force many to find new locations, undergo expensive remodels or shut down.
by The Associated Press

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