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Federal rescue dollars to start flowing to Minnesota this week

Federal rescue dollars to start flowing to Minnesota this week

More than $2.8 billion is headed to the state treasury along with additional aid for local governments. The money will factor into the budget debate at Minnesota’s Capitol.
by Brian Bakst

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AP-NORC poll: Biden approval buoyed by his pandemic response

AP-NORC poll: Biden approval buoyed by his pandemic response

President Joe Biden is entering the next phase of his administration with the steady approval of a majority of Americans. The AP-NORC poll shows Biden is buoyed in particular by the public’s broad backing for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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Reversing Trump, U.S. restores transgender health protections

The Biden administration says the government will protect gay and transgender people against sex discrimination in health care. That reverses a Trump-era policy that sought to narrow the scope of legal rights in sensitive situations involving medical care.
by The Associated Press

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Prospects of on-time finish for Legislature dim

Prospects of on-time finish for Legislature dim

The Legislature’s 2021 session must end by May 17 — next Monday. Lack of agreement on the state budget looks increasingly likely to push lawmakers into a special session to finish the job.
by Brian Bakst

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He bought health insurance for emergencies. Then he fell into a $33,601 trap

He bought health insurance for emergencies. Then he fell into a $33,601 trap

Since the Trump administration deregulated the health insurance industry, there’s been an explosion of short-term plans that leave patients with surprise bills and providers with huge revenue.

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House GOP leader says he backs ousting Cheney from No. 3 job

House GOP leader says he backs ousting Cheney from No. 3 job

Top House Republican Kevin McCarthy on Sunday publicly endorsed Rep. Elise Stefanik for the post of No. 3 leader, cementing party support of the Donald Trump loyalist over Rep. Liz Cheney, an outspoken critic of the former president.
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With civil rights charges, U.S. Department of Justice signals priorities

With civil rights charges, U.S. Department of Justice signals priorities

Attorney General Merrick Garland is making good on his confirmation promise to refocus the department around civil rights after four years of tumult during the Trump administration, when such investigations waned.
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Obama dog Bo, once a White House celebrity, dies from cancer

Obama dog Bo, once a White House celebrity, dies from cancer

News of Bo's passing was shared by Obama and his wife Michelle on Instagram, where both expressed sorrow at the passing of a dog the former president described as a “true friend and loyal companion.”
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Minnesota marijuana bill heads to House floor vote next week

Minnesota marijuana bill heads to House floor vote next week

Legislation that would legalize cannabis use for adults and expunge most minor marijuana convictions is expected to head to a full floor vote in the Minnesota House next week after a dozen hearings.
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