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Federal judge strikes down Trump order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie

Federal judge strikes down Trump order targeting the law firm Perkins Coie

The ruling from U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell is the first to permanently block an executive order issued by President Trump punishing a law firm for representing clients or causes he dislikes.
by Ryan Lucas

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Rural communities were promised millions in disaster funds. Trump is ending it

Rural communities were promised millions in disaster funds. Trump is ending it

Rural communities are scrambling after the Trump administration canceled billions in disaster grants. Many were counting on the funds for infrastructure fixes meant to withstand future disasters.
by Lauren Sommer and Rebecca Hersher

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Hundreds gather at the Minnesota Capitol for May Day rally, International Workers’ Day

Hundreds gather at the Minnesota Capitol for May Day rally, International Workers’ Day

Sara Nelson is the International President of the Association of Flight Attendants and flew to Minnesota from Washington, D.C. to join the rally. Nelson said the day is important because it marks a significant moment in history when workers stood up for their rights — and a reminder that the fight continues today.
by Sarah Thamer

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Trump orders end to federal funding for NPR and PBS

Trump orders end to federal funding for NPR and PBS

In an executive order, President Trump directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to stop funding NPR and PBS, the nation's primary public broadcasters.
by David Folkenflik

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Politics Friday: Slow so far, a big phase of Minnesota's marijuana market launch nears

Politics Friday: Slow so far, a big phase of Minnesota's marijuana market launch nears

MPR News politics editor and his guests talk about upcoming developments in the Minnesota legal marijuana marketplace. And key lawmakers update talks on a new state budget.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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