Politics and Government News

VA launched investigations into workers present at vigils for Alex Pretti
MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with CNN correspondent Brian Todd, who has been reporting on the Department of Veteran Affairs investigation into employees who attended vigils for Alex Pretti.
House to vote on new security measures for Minnesota lawmakers
The bill would fund personnel and technology used to help identify threats and add protection on the state Capitol campus, state Rep. Brion Curran, DFL-White Bear Lake, told MPR News.
Poll: Trump blamed for gas prices as Democrats gain midterm edge
A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds strong support for Democrats this midterm season. It also shows increasing concern about the war in Iran and the economy, particularly the price of gas.
Minneapolis poised to pass assault weapons ban
The move by the City Council would largely be symbolic due to the state’s preemption laws.
Hermantown tables vote on key agreements for contentious Google data center
The Hermantown City Council voted Monday night to table a decision on a tax break and development plan for a proposed Google data center. The project promises to provide tens of millions of dollars for the city and schools — but has bitterly divided residents.
Can Minnesota tax fraud? The Legislature is considering it with bipartisan backing
A bipartisan group of legislators wants to create a new tax on fraud. The “Take It Back Act” would impose a 100 percent tax on individuals or organizations convicted of defrauding state programs.