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The challenges Biden faces in his State of the Union address

The challenges Biden faces in his State of the Union address

As President Joe Biden is set to make his first State of the Union speech, he and the country face pressing issues, from Russia's invasion of Ukraine to inflation and the continuing pandemic.
by Domenico Montanaro

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As budget surplus grows, debate over what to do with it intensifies

As budget surplus grows, debate over what to do with it intensifies

Minnesota’s projected budget surplus now tops $9.25 billion — up more than $1.5 billion from the previous estimate. Republicans at the state Capitol say it highlights the need for permanent tax cuts, while DFL Gov. Tim Walz suggested increasing one-time tax rebates and using the surplus to reduce the cost of child care and health care.  
by Tim Pugmire

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What you need to know ahead of Biden's first State of the Union address

What you need to know ahead of Biden's first State of the Union address

Top issues to expect in President Biden's address are his response to concerns about rising inflation and fatigue about the pandemic as well as steps taken to threaten Russia's financial stability.
by Alana Wise

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500,000+ refugees flee Ukraine since Russia waged war

500,000+ refugees flee Ukraine since Russia waged war

The mass exodus of refugees from Ukraine to the eastern edge of the European Union has showed no signs of stopping as they flee Russia’s burgeoning war.
by The Associated Press

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1st trial of a U.S. Capitol riot defendant opens Monday in D.C.

1st trial of a U.S. Capitol riot defendant opens Monday in D.C.

The trial, at a courthouse just down the street from the site of the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection, is a milestone in the Capitol riot investigation.
by Ryan Lucas

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Minnesota budget surplus tops $9.25 billion

Minnesota budget surplus tops $9.25 billion

A new forecast shows Minnesota’s budget surplus has grown to $9.25 billion, up from the earlier forecast of more than $7.7 billion.
by Brian Bakst

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