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How Trump's tax plan could affect Minnesota companies

It's Congress's turn to respond to President Trump's tax proposal that calls for tax cuts across the board. It's short on details, but one item that potentially has bipartisan support is lowering the corporate tax rate.
by MPR News Staff

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Minn. businesses find a lot to like in Trump's tax cut

Minn. businesses find a lot to like in Trump's tax cut

They argue it has the potential to spur investment, create jobs and otherwise boost the state and national economies.
by Martin Moylan

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FCC chief lays out attack on 'net neutrality' rules

The head of the country's telecommunications regulator says there will be a vote in May on ditching Obama-era "net neutrality" rules that keep telecoms from favoring some sites and apps.
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4 questions about Trump's tax plan

4 questions about Trump's tax plan

The Trump administration is set to unveil a set of guidelines on how the president wants to tackle a tax overhaul. It does a lot. But it doesn't stand much of a chance, as is, in Congress.

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Trump tax plan could be good news for many, bad for deficit

Trump tax plan could be good news for many, bad for deficit

His proposal, a one-page sketch short on detail, would reduce the top corporate tax rate by 20 percentage points and allow private business owners to claim the new lower rate for their take-home pay.
by The Associated Press

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Years later, Petters' fraud case stirs new legal ripples

Years later, Petters' fraud case stirs new legal ripples

Charities facing claims over investment earnings from securities tied to white collar fraudster Tom Petters are looking to the Legislature for protection. A court receiver says other victims would lose out.
by Brian Bakst

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Podcast 'In the Dark' wins Peabody award

Podcast 'In the Dark' wins Peabody award

The podcast that explored the investigation into the disappearance of Jacob Wetterling has won one of the most prestigious awards in broadcasting.
by Nancy Lebens

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Wells Fargo faces shareholders, protesters at annual meeting

Wells Fargo faces shareholders, protesters at annual meeting

Shareholders irritated by the fallout from Wells Fargo's sales practices scandal sent a warning to the bank's executives and board, with some directors barely holding onto their jobs Tuesday in what is typically a symbolic vote.
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