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State of Democra-Z: Campus protests point to war as top of mind for young voters

State of Democra-Z: Campus protests point to war as top of mind for young voters

The Israel-Hamas war is coming to the forefront of 2024 election. We asked Gen Z voters how the campus protests in Minnesota and nationwide are impacting their thoughts on the election.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Trump fined $1,000 for gag order violation in hush money case as judge warns of possible jail time

Trump fined $1,000 for gag order violation in hush money case as judge warns of possible jail time

The judge presiding over Donald Trump’s New York hush money trial has fined him $1,000 for violating his gag order and has sternly warned the former president that additional violation could result in jail time.
by The Associated Press

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Dwindling timeline, ethics probe test Minnesota lawmakers ability to complete work

Dwindling timeline, ethics probe test Minnesota lawmakers ability to complete work

The fate of a capital investment bill, a raft of budget bills, agreements on cannabis legislation and the potential for action on sports betting and a constitutional equal rights amendment all hang in the balance.
by Dana Ferguson

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Denial and uncertainty are looming over a Biden-Trump rematch 6 months out from Election Day

Denial and uncertainty are looming over a Biden-Trump rematch 6 months out from Election Day

It's six months before Election Day, and Joe Biden and Donald Trump are locked in a presidential rematch. The race is highly in flux as many voters are only just beginning to embrace the reality of the 2024 contest. 
by The Associated Press

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Six months out from the election, Wisconsin students weigh voting for Biden

Six months out from the election, Wisconsin students weigh voting for Biden

Wisconsin's young voters — who have turned out in big numbers in recent elections — are key for either candidate to win the state. But Biden is facing some skepticism on the state's college campuses.
by Elena Moore and Jeongyoon Han

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Politics Friday: Unfinished business at the Capitol

Politics Friday: Unfinished business at the Capitol

MPR News host Brian Bakst speaks with a key player in the debate over a nearly $1 billion construction financing plan as it comes together, and a guest who will preview a major Senate ethics hearing.
by Brian Bakst, Ellie Roth and Matthew Alvarez

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