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McConnell backs post-Jan. 6 revisions to elections law

McConnell backs post-Jan. 6 revisions to elections law

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said Tuesday he will “proudly support” legislation to overhaul rules for certifying presidential elections, bolstering a bipartisan effort to revise a 19th century law and avoid another Jan. 6 insurrection.
by The Associated Press

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by Regina Medina

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Voter guide: See Minnesota attorney general candidates' stances

Republican challenger Jim Schultz says crime is the main issue in the race for Minnesota attorney general. DFL incumbent Keith Ellison disagrees, citing abortion rights and gun control.
by Regina Medina

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Torrent of money is unleashed across Minnesota campaigns

Torrent of money is unleashed across Minnesota campaigns

Political candidates and operations spend months accumulating campaign cash. Now they’re putting it to use in the leadup to Election Day.
by Brian Bakst

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Ramsey County prints ballots with recently deceased candidate's name

Ramsey County prints ballots with recently deceased candidate's name

Ramsey County elections officials said the Secretary of State's Office notified them of the change on Aug. 29 after the death of GOP candidate Beverly Peterson, but the county says because of a clerical error, Peterson's name was sent to the printer.
by Matt Sepic

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Why tackling climate change means a stronger economy — according to Janet Yellen

Why tackling climate change means a stronger economy — according to Janet Yellen

Yellen says the Biden administration is emphasizing action on climate change to make a more resilient American economy. What does that look like for the future of infrastructure and spending?
by Ailsa Chang, Mallory Yu and Patrick Jarenwattananon

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Jan. 6 panel delays hearing as Hurricane Ian aims at Florida

Jan. 6 panel delays hearing as Hurricane Ian aims at Florida

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol announced Tuesday that it had postponed a hearing scheduled for Wednesday as a hurricane hurtled toward the Florida coast.
by The Associated Press

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by Sarah Thamer

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