Capitol View®

Reporting on State Politics and Government

New plan afoot for remodeling at Governor’s Residence
State officials are planning for remodeling at Minnesota Governor's Residence if $800,000 can be raised privately.
Ellison is hoping to lead Democrats out of the election wilderness.
President-elect Donald Trump named the first members of his new administration Sunday.
Minnesota House Republicans decided Friday to keep their top leaders in place following a highly successful election.
DFLers put Brooklyn Park's Hortman in charge of their House minority caucus. Party has fewest members since 2004.
Gazelka picked as new GOP state Senate leader
State Senate Republicans chose Sen. Paul Gazelka of Nisswa as their new leader Thursday in preparation for the 2017 legislative session and a new stint in the majority at the Capitol.
Preparations are underway for recounts for Minnesota Senate races in the St. Cloud and Plymouth areas.
After Republicans made big gains in Tuesday's elections many are wondering what will happen now.