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Election 2024

Election 2024

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

Donald Trump’s defense rests in the former president’s New York hush money trial

Donald Trump’s defense rests in the former president’s New York hush money trial

Donald Trump’s lawyers have rested their defense in the former president’s New York hush money trial, bringing the case one step closer to final arguments. The prosecution will get a chance to call rebuttal witnesses now that the defense witnesses have had their turn on the stand.
by The Associated Press

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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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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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Groups that register voters are feeling besieged by new state laws

Groups that register voters are feeling besieged by new state laws

New Republican-backed laws in several states add large fines or criminal penalties for minor mistakes in voter registration work. As groups pull back, they're reaching fewer voters.
by Aaron Mendelson and Ashley Lopez

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As Trump eyes Minnesota, those nostalgic about his presidency prepare to activate

As Trump eyes Minnesota, those nostalgic about his presidency prepare to activate

With a 2020 presidential rematch seemingly set, how will voters confront that familiar choice? MPR News launches an occasional series focusing on how people are arriving at their political decisions. 
by Mark Zdechlik

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Edelson wins Hennepin County Board seat in special election

Edelson wins Hennepin County Board seat in special election

DFL state Rep. Heather Edelson will fill a vacant seat on the Hennepin County Board, after winning a special election on Tuesday. There were mixed results for school district referendum questions on the ballot around the state.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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