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Iowa immigrant group is alarmed by a state lawmaker’s demand for confidential information
 A state lawmaker has demanded that an Iowa immigrant rights organization turn over private details about the nonprofit’s legal clients, donors and list of members. Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice is warning its members of what they called intimidation from public officials amid a national crackdown on immigration.
White House dismisses authors of major climate report
The Trump administration dismissed all the scientists working on the next National Climate Assessment. The report is the most comprehensive source of information about climate change in the U.S.
Minnesotans’ feelings about Trump’s first 100 days in office range from alarm to optimism
As President Donald Trump reaches the milestone of his first 100 days in office, MPR News spoke with Minnesotans around the state about how they think his presidency is going so far.
Republicans plan to overhaul the federal student loan system. Here's what to know
The Republican proposal would eliminate Grad PLUS loans, set strict limits on Parent PLUS loans and create a system in which colleges would be on the hook if their students don't repay their loans.
Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25 percent tariffs
The White House says President Donald Trump will sign executive orders Tuesday to relax some of his 25% tariffs on automobiles and auto parts. It's a significant reversal as the import taxes threatened to hurt domestic manufacturers.