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Election 2020

Election 2020

Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2020.

Have questions? #AskMPRNews. We want to hear your stories and insights, too. #TellMPRNews what you’re thinking about on social media or by emailing tell@mpr.org.

Find the results in Minnesota here.

Minnesota Supreme Court will review absentee ballot case

Minnesota Supreme Court will review absentee ballot case

Swift consideration of a legal challenge to revised rules is planned because absentee voting for the November election begins on Sept. 18.
by Brian Bakst

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What growing diversity in the state Legislature means for Minnesota politics

The current class of state lawmakers is the most diverse in Minnesota history, and it looks possible that November's elections will only further that trend. University of Minnesota political science professor Michael Minta joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what this could mean for state politics.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Radical or moderate? Trump paints Democratic ticket as both

Radical or moderate? Trump paints Democratic ticket as both

Looking to blunt momentum from the pick, the Trump campaign was putting the final touches on its efforts to have a robust counter-programming schedule during next week's Democratic National Convention. The president was poised to hold events in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Arizona early in the week. 
by The Associated Press

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By the numbers: How Ilhan Omar won

By the numbers: How Ilhan Omar won

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar got more votes in this year’s primary in nearly every part of the 5th District than she did in her 2018 primary win.
by David H. Montgomery

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Kamala Harris pick for VP is hailed as 'a moment of pride' in India

Kamala Harris pick for VP is hailed as 'a moment of pride' in India

"This is a historical, transformational, and proud moment for... all women of colour, all Black women, and all South Asian women," Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra tweeted.
by Lauren Frayer

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Biden and Harris go after Trump in debut as running mates

Biden and Harris go after Trump in debut as running mates

In their first joint appearance since Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his vice presidential running mate, the two delivered remarks in Biden's hometown of Wilmington, Del.
by Barbara Sprunt

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With Harris as Democratic VP pick, a look at women’s access to political power

With Harris as Democratic VP pick, a look at women’s access to political power

During the month of August, MPR News with Kerri Miller is exploring what it means to be a woman in America. This week, we delve into women’s political power and discuss the selection of U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris for the vice presidential nomination of the Democratic Party.
by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

For many Black women, Sen. Kamala Harris' selection as Joe Biden's running mate represents a full-circle moment after fighting for generations to have their voices heard and political aspirations recognized.
by The Associated Press

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5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

Beyond making history, former Vice President Joe Biden showed his vision for the future, opened a window into his decision-making and picked someone who will likely be able to stand up well in a vice-presidential debate.
by Domenico Montanaro

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