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Trump’s EPA wants to narrow the scope of federal water protections. What does that mean in Minnesota?

Trump’s EPA wants to narrow the scope of federal water protections. What does that mean in Minnesota?

Environmental advocates say the proposal could lead to increased pollution and destruction of wetlands that provide valuable benefits, including flood protection and wildlife habitat.
by Kirsti Marohn

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‘Reminded of what we’ve lost’: Hortman tribute will be reminder to deescalate Capitol rhetoric

‘Reminded of what we’ve lost’: Hortman tribute will be reminder to deescalate Capitol rhetoric

A display outside the Minnesota House of Representatives and at the late House DFL Leader Melissa Hortman’s desk cropped up in the wake of her assassination. Legislative leaders have decided it should remain as a reminder of the impact of political violence.
by Dana Ferguson

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Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans

Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans

The Senate has rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year. 
by The Associated Press

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Trump calls affordability crisis a ‘hoax.’ The data tells a different story

Trump calls affordability crisis a ‘hoax.’ The data tells a different story

As Democrats campaigning on affordability pick up wins, Trump’s messaging about a strong economy is at odds with widespread voter sentiment that he’s not doing enough to tackle rising costs.
by Joe Hernandez

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Redistricting in Indiana was supposed to be a slam dunk. It has proven anything but

Redistricting in Indiana was supposed to be a slam dunk. It has proven anything but

Republican-led states have raced to redraw congressional lines to advantage their own party. But the effort has hit unexpected pushback in Indiana, and become a test of Trump's grip on his party.
by Sam Gringlas

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‘MyPillow Guy’ and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026

‘MyPillow Guy’ and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026

Mike Lindell, the fervent supporter of President Donald Trump known to TV viewers as the “MyPillow Guy,” says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026. 
by The Associated Press and Peter Cox

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Homeland Security Secretary Noem defends Trump’s hard-line immigration policies under scrutiny

Homeland Security Secretary Noem defends Trump’s hard-line immigration policies under scrutiny

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended the Trump administration's immigration policies during a contentious House committee hearing. Noem faced tough questioning Thursday from Democrats, some of whom called for her to resign.
by The Associated Press

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Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan faces criticism, call to resign

Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan faces criticism, call to resign

The city’s four council members spoke critically of Carnahan in the wake of allegations that a Nisswa restaurant employee overheard her disparaging a city council member. Carnahan later went on to allege that the woman assaulted her.
by Kirsti Marohn

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