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Minnesota Senate control hangs on special elections

Contests in Woodbury and Wright County will restore the Senate to its full complement next week. The result could flip control of the chamber, and campaign messaging could carry through to 2026 when all 201 legislative seats are on the ballot.

Donald Trump Jr. mocks 'No Kings' protests and praises father's approach to Mideast at Saudi summit

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Donald Trump Jr. on Wednesday mocked protesters who took part in “No Kings” demonstrations across the United States while praising his father's business-first approach to the Middle East during a visit to Saudi Arabia.

How a bike trip helped bridge a political divide

A handful of Minnesota legislators from opposite sides of the aisle are pairing up to learn more about each other's districts. This comes at a time of deep political polarization and just months after the politically motivated assassination of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman.

Mamdani forced to address unearthed video exposing vile NYPD comparison

Remarks from 2023 by Zohran Mamdani likening the NYPD to the Israeli Defense Forces have resurfaced following criticism he has faced for other anti-police rhetoric.

Democrats set January deadline for states to apply for early 2028 primary contests

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Not even a year out from the last presidential election, the Democratic National Committee has begun setting up a framework for the party's next round of presidential primary elections, which could upend the early-voting calendar yet again.

Senate GOP divided as millions risk losing food aid in shutdown standoff

Senate Republicans debate piecemeal funding bills during shutdown as Sen. Josh Hawley's food stamp extension faces resistance from party leadership and White House.

Johnson, pressed on Trump 2028, points to Constitution: ‘No path’ to third term presidency

House Speaker Johnson calls Trump's 2028 talk 'trolling' Democrats while ruling out constitutional workaround for third presidential term.

Cook County candidates file nominating petitions for March primary election

Monday is the first day for Cook County political candidates to file nominating petitions for the March primary election.

Two candidates vie for DFL endorsement in race to become next Minnesota U.S. senator

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to talk about their ambitions to win the DFL Party endorsement in Minnesota’s 2026 U.S. Senate race.

US sending strike boats to Venezuela for 'shock and awe' effect: Senator

"I think maybe the president is sending a message that, look, we're serious about it," Sen. Mike Rounds told "On Balance.

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Trial set for 6 Nevada GOP electors accused of forgery

Six Republican Nevada electors are scheduled to go on trial next summer after pleading not guilty to forgery charges stemming from the 2020 election.

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in California's special election

WASHINGTON (AP) — Led by Gov. Gavin Newsom, California Democrats are charging toward a new congressional map that could flip as many as five U.S. House seats from Republican to Democratic control. But first, they need voters to sign off.

Government shutdown making many anxious: Air traffic controller

"I'm right on the brink of calling it a depression," Jack Criss, an Air Traffic Control specialist for the FAA, told Chris Cuomo on Tuesday.

Border Patrol, ICE optics due to 'agitators' protesting: Paul Perez

ICE officers forcefully arresting individuals is due to "antagonists" protesting the federal agencies, according to Paul Perez.

These NYC boroughs had the highest early voting turnout

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Manhattan and Brooklyn residents showed up to the polls this weekend, making them the boroughs with the highest early voting turnout, according to the Board of Elections.

Fox News Politics Newsletter: Schumer again blocks GOP bid as air traffic controllers go unpaid

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.

5 GOP senators vote to pass resolution terminating Trump’s Brazil tariffs

Democrats were able to force a vote on the resolution because it is privileged under the Senate's rules.

Transgender rabbi booted from Biden WH headlines pro-Mamdani ad ahead of Election Day

Activist rabbis, including trans rabbi Abby Stein, who was removed from the White House during a Pride-event protest and is linked to Iranian leaders, led a new Jews for Zohran ad.

Out-of-network and on your own? What to do if your insurer drops your doctors

Patients sometimes find themselves scrambling for affordable care when their insurer and hospital get into a contract dispute. Here are six things to know if that happens to you.

Vice President Vance says troops will be paid as pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday he believes U.S. military members will be paid at the end of the week, though he did not specify how the Trump administration will reconfigure funding as pain from the second-longest shutdown spreads nationwide.

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Some Minnesota residents face tax bumps all around

As local governments face increased costs and more directives from state and federal laws, added costs are expected to drive up taxes for property owners. In some places, the tax hits are coming from all directions.

Shutdown pain spikes this weekend, upping pressure on Congress to strike deal

Thus far, the shutdown's impacts have been relatively limited, but a series of deadlines will converge at the turn of the month.

Indiana governor calls special session to redraw maps

Texas and Missouri Republicans have already passed new maps to add new pickup opportunities ahead of the midterms.

Trump shows little incentive to broker end to shutdown

President Trump has had no direct communication with top Democrats since the shutdown began nearly one month ago.

How a single Fort Worth ISD campus prompted a state takeover

The district has struggled to bring students’ grades up, especially at campuses in low-income neighborhoods with large Black and brown populations.

Senate Republicans defy Vance's warning, vote to block Trump's Brazil tariffs amid shutdown

Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., led a successful Senate resolution to end President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs on Brazil, with plans for more tariff votes this week.

Republican US Rep. Randy Feenstra officially jumps into 2026 race for Iowa governor

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra on Tuesday confirmed that he is running for governor after a monthslong exploratory campaign in which he amassed support and raised money for an open election in a high stakes midterm year.

GOP struggles to avoid ObamaCare boomerang amid shutdown

The shutdown debate over expiring enhanced ObamaCare subsidies has put Republicans on the defensive over health care, reopening old wounds over the 2017 attempt to repeal and replace the law.

Politics Friday Special: Rochester's growth spurt is driving economic, political change

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst hosts a special broadcast of Politics Friday from Rochester, Minn., exploring how the city’s makeover plays into the regional hub’s economic and political standing.

Air traffic controllers union calls for end to government shutdown

The National Air Traffic Controllers Association is the second union representing federal workers to call on Congress to end the shutdown.