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Trump threatens Canada, Mexico, China with tariffs
He said the countries weren't doing enough to control the flow of illegal drugs, especially fentanyl, and migrants across the border.
Minnesota DNR delays decision on key proposed copper-nickel mine permit
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has delayed a decision until late next year on a key permit for the proposed NewRange Copper Nickel project in northeastern Minnesota, the mine formerly known as PolyMet. The company called the agency’s decision “unfortunate.”
Judge grants dismissal of Jan. 6 case against Trump
The move came after federal prosecutors filed a motion to dismiss both the Jan. 6 and Mar-a-Lago documents cases against Donald Trump.
Judge halts cannabis license lottery that is precursor to Minnesota marijuana retail launch
A Ramsey County judge blocked a regulatory agency from holding a license pre-approval lottery after applicants who were denied entry sued the Office of Cannabis Management over the process.
The man who helped roll back abortion rights now wants to 'crush liberal dominance'
Leonard Leo of the Federalist Society helped overturn abortion rights. He spoke to Morning Edition about the Teneo Network's plan to disrupt Hollywood and other perceived centers of liberal thinking.