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What could Biden's Israel-Gaza stand mean for his campaign? Michigan is an early test
Some Arab American, Muslim and young voters in the Detroit area plan to vote "uncommitted" in Tuesday's primary. They want to send a message to Biden: Call for a cease-fire or lose us in November.
Key economic report will guide Minnesota lawmakers through session’s end
Lawmakers were advised before this session to tread carefully or risk putting the state budget into the red. An updated economic forecast will indicate whether those concerns remain or have eased.
Putin remains defiant as ever 2 years into Russia's war in Ukraine
The Russian leader had a busy week, one that saw him exude confidence about Russia's military and economic resilience as Ukraine has increasingly struggled on the battlefield.
N.Y.'s crusading attorney general wins again with NRA verdict, Trump judgment
New York Attorney General Letitia James has built a reputation targeting powerful national figures. Critics say her lawsuits are politically motivated, but she keeps winning in court.
Former Gov. Carlson: DFL spending is ‘inviting catastrophe’
Ahead of Wednesday’s state budget forecast, former Republican Gov. Arne Carlson is urging the Walz administration to reign in spending and focus on long-term fiscal planning.
Magician says political consultant hired him to create AI robocall ahead of New Hampshire primary
A New Orleans magician said Friday that a Democratic consultant who worked for Dean Phillips’ presidential campaign hired him to create the audio for what authorities have said may be the first known attempt to use artificial intelligence to interfere with a U.S. election.