Election 2024

Election 2024

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

Tim Walz’s experience in China could help him as veep, but he barely mentions it as a candidate
When Gov. Tim Walz first ran for Congress in 2006, his campaign proudly touted his extensive experience in China. In fact, earlier in his political career, he occasionally exaggerated it. But now that he’s running for vice president, Walz barely mentions China. And Republicans have tried to turn those connections into a political liability.
What Tim Walz's past debate performances reveal about how he may take on JD Vance
Gov. Tim Walz’s track record suggests the Democratic governor will focus on his experiences pre-politics. Those who’ve debated him before say Walz has a down-to-earth style that is relatable — but that style can also cause problems for the governor.
Pennsylvania's Latinos could be key to deciding who wins the presidency
The Latino vote could be decisive in this year’s election. The largely Puerto Rican population in Pennsylvania has deep ties to Democrats, making efforts to engage those communities key for the party.
Legal questions about Pennsylvania mail-in ballots loom as voting starts
As voters in the key swing state of Pennsylvania start receiving mail ballots, multiple legal fights over how the ballots of mail-in voters should be counted are still playing out in the courts.
St. Olaf College wins award for highest student voter turnout in Minnesota — and the U.S.
St. Olaf College had the highest voter turnout rate in the nation, with 67 percent of eligible students voting in the 2022 midterm elections, according to recently released data.
Politics Friday: Poll shows Harris with narrow Minnesota lead, but what else can we glean from it?
With new candidates on the Democratic ticket and former president Donald Trump atop the Republican ticket for a third time, a new Minnesota poll shows Kamala Harris with an edge. Coming up Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Minnesota journalists about the poll results.
On ballot herself, Klobuchar devotes campaign time and resources to lifting other DFLers
Minnesota Democrats are banking on Sen. Amy Klobuchar to boost their ticket around the state even though she hasn’t had to expend significant effort in her own campaign for another term.