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Canada’s election: all you need to know
Canada’s snap election has been dominated by one politician — who’s not even in the race — President Trump.
What has DOGE done in Trump’s first 100 days?
One hundred days into President Trump’s second term, DOGE hasn’t delivered on its promised savings, efficiency or transparency in meaningful ways. But it has amassed unprecedented power over data.
Trump’s first 100 days: Steamrolling government, strong-arming allies and igniting trade wars
In his first 100 days, President Donald Trump has exerted his power on a scale with no easy historical comparison. His actions have targeted programs from the New Deal and the Great Society, and go beyond. 
Minnesotans are feeling a lot of economic uncertainty 100 days into Trump’s presidency
Around Minnesota, voters are reporting belt-tightening and concern about a possible recession. Many supporters of President Donald Trump are hopeful he can turn things around, but his critics are fearful of what’s to come.
Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case stemming from Osseo lawsuit
At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?
Heintzeman, Slipy face off Tuesday in special election for state Senate seat
The winner will fill the District 6 seat left vacant by Justin Eichorn, who resigned last month. The two candidates who hope to replace him include a staunch conservative and a relative political newcomer.
Trump says Columbus Day will now just be Columbus Day
President Donald Trump says he is bringing back Columbus Day. The holiday was first designated by Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1934 and is celebrated the second Monday in October. 
Suspect arrested in Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s purse theft
Officials say a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week's theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse as she ate at a Washington, D.C., restaurant. Noem’s purse was nabbed on Easter Sunday and reportedly contained about $3,000 in cash, her keys, driver’s license, passport and Homeland Security badge.