Election 2020

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September 24, 2020 1:45 PM

Rematches key to control of the Minnesota Legislature

The legislative contests in many parts of Minnesota have a familiar ring this year. There are dozens of rematches for House and Senate seats across the state, with undeterred challengers seeking a different outcome from the last time they ran.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 24, 2020 1:45 PM

State legislative races to watch

In a matter of weeks, voters will decide which party controls the Minnesota Legislature next year. While many seats are reliable wins for one party or the other, there are always some that are truly up for grabs. They are likely to be key to which party ends up controlling the House and Senate.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 24, 2020 12:00 PM

Six GOP-endorsed legislative candidates back QAnon conspiracy theory

The Star Tribune is reporting that six Republican-endorsed candidates for the Minnesota legislature have expressed support for QAnon online. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with the Star Tribune’s Stephen Montemayor about his reporting.

by Cathy Wurzer and Britta Greene

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September 24, 2020 9:40 AM

Trump pays respects to late Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg

President Donald Trump paid respects to late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Thursday morning, just two days before he announces his nominee to replace her on the high court.

by The Associated Press

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September 24, 2020 9:29 AM

White House walks back Trump hedging on potential transfer of power

White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany sought to walk back President Trump's comments suggesting he might not accept the election results if the Democratic nominee Joe Biden were declared the winner.

by Barbara Sprunt

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September 24, 2020 4:00 AM

Pence meets with 'Cops for Trump,' visits damaged business in Minneapolis

With protests in Kentucky over a charging decision in Breonna Taylor’s death, Vice President Mike Pence appeared at a Minnesota event to show the administration’s support for police.

by MPR News Staff

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September 23, 2020 6:59 PM

Trump declines to promise peaceful transfer of power after election

Earlier in the day, the president said he expects this year's election results to go to the Supreme Court, defending his push to swiftly replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

by Alana Wise