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Brett Neely

The Daily Digest: Rubio joins the fray

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In Minnesota

The House transportation committee approved a $7 billion transportation funding bill Monday on a nearly party line vote. The bill shifts existing taxes to a new transportation fund and borrows billions more over the coming years to pay for road and bridge projects. (MPR News)

A House budget bill would repeal recently implemented rules designed to curb the spread of invasive species. (AP via Pioneer Press)

Before a private meeting with the head of Minnesota’s new pro soccer franchise, Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk threw more cold water on the idea of a state subsidized stadium. (MPR News)

Two things that will remain banned on the floor of the Minnesota Senate: eye contact and drinks. (Pioneer Press)

National Politics

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is the latest Republican to enter the presidential race. (New York Times)

But will Rubio overcome his past support for immigration reform, an issue that's toxic to GOP voters? (Politico)

Vice President Joe Biden is still thinking about running for President. (USA Today)

Turns out waiting lists aren't the only problem at the VA. Its building projects often have major cost overruns. (Washington Post)

and...you never know who might be ordering a burrito next to you at Chipotle. (New York Times)