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Democrat Barnes set to challenge GOP Wisconsin Sen. Johnson

Democrat Barnes set to challenge GOP Wisconsin Sen. Johnson

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes has won the Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Sen. Ron Johnson. Barnes' top rivals dropped out of the race last month and backed Barnes in Tuesday's primary. It was a sign of Democrats' intense focus on defeating Johnson in a contest expected to be one of the year's most competitive as the parties battle for Senate control.
by The Associated Press

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Live election results: Key Minnesota legislative primaries

Live election results: Key Minnesota legislative primaries

While the spotlight may be on races such as attorney general or the 1st District, many Senate and House seats across the state are up due to state-wide redistricting. Here are the legislative primaries we’re watching closely.
by Sam Stroozas and Brian Bakst

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FBI's search of Trump's Florida estate: Why now?

FBI's search of Trump's Florida estate: Why now?

The FBI’s unprecedented search of former President Donald Trump’s Florida residence is ricocheting around government, politics and a polarized country.
by The Associated Press

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Live election results: Omar, McCollum fend off challengers

Live election results: Omar, McCollum fend off challengers

Minnesota voters head to the polls to determine which candidates will advance to November’s general election. We have the latest results.
by MPR News Staff

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Neither snow nor rain may stop the mail — but in parts of Minnesota, staffing shortages are delaying delivery

Neither snow nor rain may stop the mail — but in parts of Minnesota, staffing shortages are delaying delivery

The old United States Postal Service motto — "We Deliver for You" — is coming with a caveat more and more these days, in Minnesota and around the nation. They deliver... mostly.
by Tim Nelson

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Minn. incumbents mostly prevail but some have close calls

Minn. incumbents mostly prevail but some have close calls

While some races were closer than expected, Minnesota congressional and legislative incumbents largely prevail. The governor’s race is set.
by Brian Bakst

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