A president who has often seemed to float above the laws of politics confronts a new political reality.
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State declares moratorium on group homes for disabled. Providers say they’re ‘blindsided.’
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Admiral says there was no 'kill them all' order in boat attack, but video alarms lawmakers
A Navy admiral commanding the U.S. military strikes on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean told lawmakers Thursday that there was no ''kill them all'' order from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, but a stark video of the attack left grave questions as Congress scrutinizes the campaign that killed two survivors.
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MSHSL: January hearing next step in trans athlete legal battle
An appeal was filed to reverse a federal judge’s order to not temporarily block state's policy while lawsuit continues over allowing transgender athletes in girls sports.
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Ramstad: Health care costs drive state spending higher, but fraud opens door to doubt
The political reaction to the state budget outlook played out like a preview of the 2026 election.
AuthoredEvan Ramstad
AuthoredEvan RamstadDecember 4, 2025
