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Election 2024

Election 2024

Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2024.

How influencers flocked to Springfield chasing debunked rumors and attention

How influencers flocked to Springfield chasing debunked rumors and attention

Sensationalized and out-of-context videos from influencers are helping to elevate the false and racist rumors that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio are eating pets.
by Huo Jingnan, Audrey Nguyen and Jude Joffe-Block

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Voters are advised to return their ballots early because of mail delay concerns

Voters are advised to return their ballots early because of mail delay concerns

Election officials are raising concerns about the U.S. Postal Service's ability to handle this fall’s expected influx of election mail. But USPS say it’s ready to deliver the country’s ballots.
by Hansi Lo Wang

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Politics Friday: Know your ballot picks? It’s time to vote in Minnesota

Politics Friday: Know your ballot picks? It’s time to vote in Minnesota

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Secretary of State Steve Simon about early voting and election mechanics in Minnesota. Later, a look at the political landscape with two people active in their parties.
by Brian Bakst, Ellie Roth and Matthew Alvarez

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With Tim Walz on the Democratic ticket, Minnesota Republicans also hop on national wave

With Tim Walz on the Democratic ticket, Minnesota Republicans also hop on national wave

Some Republicans are answering the call to point out flaws while others contemplate a move up the political ladder. Democrats have put the focus on more positive attributes and policy strides he’s helped steer through.
by Dana Ferguson

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What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota

What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota

Minnesotans will be able to cast their ballot for presidential, statewide and local elections starting on Friday. People can vote early via mail-in ballot or visit a designated early voting location before Election Day. 
by Ellie Roth

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Vance says Haitian migrants with protected status are ‘illegal aliens’ to be deported

Vance says Haitian migrants with protected status are ‘illegal aliens’ to be deported

The Republican vice presidential nominee continues to rail against Haitian migrants living in Ohio, though many have Temporary Protected Status, as the GOP escalates its hardline immigration stance.
by Stephen Fowler

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Report: Minnesota youth have huge potential to shape the 2024 presidential election

Report: Minnesota youth have huge potential to shape the 2024 presidential election

Voters ages 18 to 29 could decide Minnesota’s pick for president, according to nonpartisan research center CIRCLE. They could also impact the outcome in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. 
by Feven Gerezgiher

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In break with tradition, the Teamsters will not endorse a presidential candidate

In break with tradition, the Teamsters will not endorse a presidential candidate

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, a union of 1.3 million workers, will not endorse Vice President Harris or former President Donald Trump for president, after decades of backing Democrats.
by Don Gonyea and Lexie Schapitl

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