The longtime Star Tribune photojournalist chose his favorite moments from throughout the years to share. Some were features, news and business stories, but most reflected his deep commitment to political coverage.
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Judge weighs whether to order Fani Willis to comply with lawmakers' subpoenas over Trump case
A judge is weighing whether a Georgia state Senate committee has the right to subpoena testimony and documents from Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis as it looks into whether she has engaged in misconduct during her prosecution of President-elect Donald Trump.
December 4, 2024
Politics
Trump's picks for key positions in his second administration
President-elect Donald Trump has filled the key posts for his second term in office, prioritizing loyalty to him after he felt bruised and hampered by internal squabbling during his first term.
December 3, 2024
Politics
Democrats stick with Schumer as leader. Their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain
Senate Democrats reelected Chuck Schumer as party leader on Tuesday as the party moves into a deeply uncertain time, with no real consensus on a strategy as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office.
December 3, 2024
Politics
Joe Biden's pardon of his son Hunter spurs broader discussion on who else should be granted clemency
President Joe Biden's decision to break his word and pardon his son Hunter has spurred a broader discussion about what else he should be doing with the broad clemency powers of the presidency before he leaves office in January, including whether he should be pardoning Donald Trump.
December 3, 2024
Politics
Amy Klobuchar elevated to No. 3 Senate Democrat spot
Minnesota’s senior senator will serve as Senate Democrats’ chair of Steering and Policy with a likely focus on economic issues.
December 3, 2024
Politics
Minnesota Supreme Court considers transgender weightlifting lawsuit with wide-ranging implications
JayCee Cooper, a transgender woman from Minneapolis, was denied entry into a women’s USA Powerlifting competition in 2019. Her lawsuit claims discrimination in violation of the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
December 3, 2024
St. Cloud
St. Cloud appoints first Somali American to City Council
The council unanimously selected Hudda Ibrahim on its first vote to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat.
December 3, 2024
Elections
Republican candidate contests House District 54A race results in Scott County
After a recount, DFL Rep. Brad Tabke finished ahead of Republican Aaron Paul, but the county attorney has said 20 uncounted ballots were likely thrown away.
December 2, 2024
Nation
What medical care for transgender minors is at stake in Supreme Court case?
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case involving Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender people under age 18.
December 2, 2024
Nation
First transgender attorney to argue before the Supreme Court, challenging health care ban for minors
When the Supreme Court this week wades into the contentious issue of transgender rights, the justices will hear from an attorney with knowledge that runs deep.
December 2, 2024
Minneapolis
Sen. Omar Fateh to challenge Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
The first Somali American to serve in the state Senate, Fateh now wants to become mayor of Minneapolis.
December 2, 2024
Nation
Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, an ally who would aid in his effort to upend law enforcement
President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce ally to upend America's premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived ''conspirators.'' It's the latest bombshell Trump has thrown at the Washington establishment and a test for how far Senate Republicans will go in confirming his nominees.
December 1, 2024