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A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order redefining birthright citizenship

A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order redefining birthright citizenship

U.S. District Judge John C. Coughenour ruled on Thursday in the case brought by the states of Washington, Arizona, Illinois and Oregon. The states argue that the 14th Amendment and Supreme Court case law have cemented birthright citizenship.
by The Associated Press

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Trump's new Justice Department leadership orders a freeze on civil rights cases

Trump's new Justice Department leadership orders a freeze on civil rights cases

The new Justice Department leadership has put a freeze on civil rights litigation, and suggested it may reconsider police reform agreements negotiated by the Biden administration. That's according to two memos obtained Wednesday by The Associated Press.
by The Associated Press

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St. Paul City Council approves charter change to allow administrative fines

St. Paul City Council approves charter change to allow administrative fines

The St. Paul City Council on Wednesday voted to amend the city’s charter to allow it to impose fines for ordinance violations. It was one of few large cities in Minnesota that didn’t already have that power.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Talking Sense: How does news media contribute to political polarization?  

Talking Sense: How does news media contribute to political polarization?  

MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about how the news media contributes to political polarization by stoking mistrust and reinforcing stereotypes.
by Catharine Richert and Maja Beckstrom

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Trump calls DEI programs ‘illegal’ and ‘immoral.’ Here’s how he’s ending them

Trump calls DEI programs ‘illegal’ and ‘immoral.’ Here’s how he’s ending them

President Donald Trump has issued sweeping executive actions swiftly ending diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility programs within the federal government. Already, the work is underway.
by Andrea Hsu

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State Supreme Court weighs what to do about ‘dysfunctional’ Minnesota House

State Supreme Court weighs what to do about ‘dysfunctional’ Minnesota House

The high court heard oral arguments Thursday over the temporary control of the Minnesota House. “This is a highly unusual situation we find ourselves in,” Justice Anne McKeig said during early questioning of attorneys.
by Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters

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‘The chamber that chose cooperation’: Minnesota Senate sees smoother sailing under temporary tie

‘The chamber that chose cooperation’: Minnesota Senate sees smoother sailing under temporary tie

Unlike the Minnesota House, the Senate has kicked off a relatively low-key — and so far productive — session. But just below the surface of all this collegiality is tension over policies and oversight from the days of the DFL trifecta.
by Catharine Richert

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