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Politics and Government News

MPR News is your hub for the latest politics and government news coverage. Whether you're looking for the status of a recent Supreme Court ruling, or want updates on Minnesota's newest laws, we have comprehensive state and national news coverage ready for you.

Trump is returning to Butler, the site of the 1st assassination attempt against him

Trump is returning to Butler, the site of the 1st assassination attempt against him

The rally will mark Trump's first time back in the Pennsylvania city since the failed assassination attempt against him in July. The guest list will include a shooting survivor, as well as Elon Musk.
by Danielle Kurtzleben

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Craig, Teirab tangle over Social Security, abortion in first head-to-head 2nd District debate

Craig, Teirab tangle over Social Security, abortion in first head-to-head 2nd District debate

In a policy driven debate, candidates in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District part on fiscal and abortion policy while finding common ground on response to Jan. 6 Capitol uprising.
by Ellie Roth and Mark Zdechlik

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Politics Friday: Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District debate

Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District is one of the most closely watched races in the nation. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst moderated a debate between Democratic Rep. Angie Craig and Republican candidate Joe Teirab on Friday, Oct. 4.
by Brian Bakst, Matthew Alvarez and Ellie Roth

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Hurricane Helene brings climate change to forefront of the presidential campaign

Hurricane Helene brings climate change to forefront of the presidential campaign

President Joe Biden has toured some of the areas hardest-hit by the storm this week as he and Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to different parts of the Southeast. Former President Trump was in Georgia on Monday and criticized the federal response.
by The Associated Press

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Harris campaigns in Wisconsin and Trump in Michigan in battle for 'blue wall' states

Harris campaigns in Wisconsin and Trump in Michigan in battle for 'blue wall' states

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is opening a two-day stay in Wisconsin and Michigan, and Republican candidate Donald Trump will be in Michigan on Thursday as the two candidates grapple for wins in the “blue wall” battleground states, which also include Pennsylvania.
by The Associated Press

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