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Debt ceiling talks aren't going well. Here's where they stand

Debt ceiling talks aren't going well. Here's where they stand

After another round of staff-level talks, House Republicans insist there's a gulf between them and the White House on key areas on how to resolve the looming debt ceiling deadline.
by Barbara Sprunt

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Lawmakers approve tougher enforcement, penalties for water permit violators

Lawmakers approve tougher enforcement, penalties for water permit violators

The bill gives state regulators stronger authority to crack down on violators who pump more water than they're permitted. Farmers worry they could face hefty fines if they overdraw to keep their crops alive during a drought.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Trump instructed to obey court rules ahead of Manhattan criminal trial

Trump instructed to obey court rules ahead of Manhattan criminal trial

At a hearing Tuesday in New York, which former President Donald Trump attended via video conference, Judge Juan Merchan ordered Trump to obey a protective order or face a possible contempt ruling.
by Ilya Marritz and Brian Mann

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Rep. Dean Phillips: Sen. Feinstein 'clearly losing mental acuity,' should resign

Rep. Dean Phillips: Sen. Feinstein 'clearly losing mental acuity,' should resign

When Sen. Feinstein returned to the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing room earlier this month, the 89-year-old got a standing ovation. But Rep. Dean Phillips shared concerns about the Democrat’s physical and mental fitness.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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As session ends, Democrats ‘run the table’ at Capitol

As session ends, Democrats ‘run the table’ at Capitol

Democrats were celebrating passing all their major priorities as the 2023 legislative session came to an end Monday night. Republicans were left to hope voters will want a change in 2024.
by Brian Bakst

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State lawmakers fast-track passenger rail between Duluth and the Twin Cities

State lawmakers fast-track passenger rail between Duluth and the Twin Cities

State lawmakers have approved $195 million in funding for the Northern Lights passenger rail line connecting the Twin Ports and Twin Cities. Rail advocates have fought for it for decades, despite concerns about cost and ridership.
by Dan Kraker

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