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US general warns Russia may be developing nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit

U.S. Space Command chief says he is very concerned Russia may be developing a nuclear weapon in space that could disrupt satellites and daily life on Earth.

Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race

GOP strategists say a Peggy Flanagan win in Minnesota's Democratic Senate primary would boost Republican chances to capture a Senate seat in the 2026 general election.

Trump draws Marie Antoinette comparisons as he leans into the gilded trappings of the presidency

President Donald Trump is more overtly leaning into some of the spoils of his office in his second term, drawing comparisons to French Queen Marie Antoinette from political opponents.

DOJ opens investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations

The DOJ is investigating multiple sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and denied all accusations.

Judge orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction, escalating legal feud

A U.S. judge blocked Trump from proceeding with above-ground construction of his 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom, in a near-term blow to the administration's plans.

Minnesota up against the clock on Medicaid changes

Democrats and Republicans in the Minnesota Legislature say they need to either pass legislation or update existing rules soon to ensure that state programs comply with new requirements from the federal government.

Missing general, scientist deaths tied to secret US work prompt White House probe

Multiple scientists tied to U.S. military and defense research have disappeared or died, prompting questions about whether a broader pattern exists.

Sex crimes could cost lawmakers taxpayer-funded pensions under Hawley’s new proposal

A bill from Sen. Josh Hawley would bar members of Congress convicted of sex crimes from collecting taxpayer-funded pensions after leaving office.

Illegal aliens are getting taxpayer-funded boob jobs and sex change ops in Newsom's California, watchdog says

Illegal immigrants in California homeless shelters allegedly received taxpayer-funded sex change procedures through the state's Medi-Cal program.

Progressive Analilia Mejía takes New Jersey US House special election, giving Democrats another win

New Jersey Democrat Analilia Mejía has won a special election to fill the U.S. House seat that was vacated by Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill after she was voted into that office.

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Pope Leo slams those who 'manipulate religion' for military or political gain, Trump responds

Pope Leo denounced people who "manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic or political gain" during a Cameroon speech.

Owatonna police, fire bond question to go before voters

Officials in Owatonna say their city desperately needs new fire and police stations. But some residents question the need and the cost. Nearly 2,500 of them signed a petition to force the city to put $65 million bonding question to fund the facilities on the ballot.

Minnesota lawmakers work to define grooming in new law

State lawmakers are looking at measures to prevent grooming of children by adults in schools and other institutions. Experts say understanding what grooming is and isn’t is the first step to ending this damaging facet of child abuse.

US general warns Russia may be developing nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit

U.S. Space Command chief says he is very concerned Russia may be developing a nuclear weapon in space that could disrupt satellites and daily life on Earth.

Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race

GOP strategists say a Peggy Flanagan win in Minnesota's Democratic Senate primary would boost Republican chances to capture a Senate seat in the 2026 general election.

Trump draws Marie Antoinette comparisons as he leans into the gilded trappings of the presidency

President Donald Trump is more overtly leaning into some of the spoils of his office in his second term, drawing comparisons to French Queen Marie Antoinette from political opponents.

DOJ opens investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations

The DOJ is investigating multiple sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and denied all accusations.

Judge orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction, escalating legal feud

A U.S. judge blocked Trump from proceeding with above-ground construction of his 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom, in a near-term blow to the administration's plans.

Minnesota up against the clock on Medicaid changes

Democrats and Republicans in the Minnesota Legislature say they need to either pass legislation or update existing rules soon to ensure that state programs comply with new requirements from the federal government.

Missing general, scientist deaths tied to secret US work prompt White House probe

Multiple scientists tied to U.S. military and defense research have disappeared or died, prompting questions about whether a broader pattern exists.

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Sex crimes could cost lawmakers taxpayer-funded pensions under Hawley’s new proposal

A bill from Sen. Josh Hawley would bar members of Congress convicted of sex crimes from collecting taxpayer-funded pensions after leaving office.

Illegal aliens are getting taxpayer-funded boob jobs and sex change ops in Newsom's California, watchdog says

Illegal immigrants in California homeless shelters allegedly received taxpayer-funded sex change procedures through the state's Medi-Cal program.

Progressive Analilia Mejía takes New Jersey US House special election, giving Democrats another win

New Jersey Democrat Analilia Mejía has won a special election to fill the U.S. House seat that was vacated by Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill after she was voted into that office.

Pope Leo slams those who 'manipulate religion' for military or political gain, Trump responds

Pope Leo denounced people who "manipulate religion and the very name of God for their own military, economic or political gain" during a Cameroon speech.

Owatonna police, fire bond question to go before voters

Officials in Owatonna say their city desperately needs new fire and police stations. But some residents question the need and the cost. Nearly 2,500 of them signed a petition to force the city to put $65 million bonding question to fund the facilities on the ballot.

Minnesota lawmakers work to define grooming in new law

State lawmakers are looking at measures to prevent grooming of children by adults in schools and other institutions. Experts say understanding what grooming is and isn’t is the first step to ending this damaging facet of child abuse.

US general warns Russia may be developing nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit

U.S. Space Command chief says he is very concerned Russia may be developing a nuclear weapon in space that could disrupt satellites and daily life on Earth.

Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race

GOP strategists say a Peggy Flanagan win in Minnesota's Democratic Senate primary would boost Republican chances to capture a Senate seat in the 2026 general election.

Trump draws Marie Antoinette comparisons as he leans into the gilded trappings of the presidency

President Donald Trump is more overtly leaning into some of the spoils of his office in his second term, drawing comparisons to French Queen Marie Antoinette from political opponents.

DOJ opens investigation into Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations

The DOJ is investigating multiple sexual assault allegations against former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has resigned from Congress and denied all accusations.