Minnesota Now: Oct. 19, 2026
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Immigrant advocates in Minnesota say they're seeing the federal government revoke refugee status for some who have already been vetted. We'll hear more about how this could be a continuation of a campaign for more deportations by the Trump administration.
Election Day is just about two weeks away. We'll learn more about Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michele Tafoya.
And what role should gambling platforms have when people start to become addicted? We'll hear from a reporter who set out to answer that question.
Plus, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is looking to cut $4 million from climate programs to help close a budget gap. The public will get a chance to weigh in Monday night at a city council meeting.
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Eraser” by the band Tuffie.
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