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Trump allies craft plans to give him unprecedented power if he wins the White House
Trump insiders are working behind the scenes on detailed plans to amass his power so that he can carry out an unprecedented restructuring of the U.S. government and expand executive authority.
Breaking down Minnesota's budget forecast
Minnesota’s projected budget surplus was pegged at $2.4 billion in a new report Wednesday from the state finance agency, which also raised concerns about patterns down the line.
At tribal summit, Biden to sign order on funding, support Indigenous lacrosse team in 2028 Olympics
President Joe Biden will sign an executive order during a tribal nations summit that aims to make it easier for Native Americans to access federal funding and have greater autonomy over how to invest those funds.
A smaller stage, and higher stakes, for the fourth Republican debate
For the fourth Republican primary debate, the field is smaller than ever, with just four candidates meeting the Republican National Committee criteria to participate.
Minnesota schools will soon require ethnic studies. Here’s what that might look like
State leaders say it’s crucial students understand the political and social struggles of people of color, new immigrants and Indigenous communities. A look inside one St. Paul classroom shows how that might work.