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GOP's Erik Paulsen, in first TV ad, highlights break with Trump
U.S. Rep. Erik Paulsen used the first TV ad of his re-election campaign to highlight how he went against President Donald Trump in his opposition to mining in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Politics
DFL candidates in race for governor highlight health care plans
Two of the three leading candidates get behind a single-payer approach.
Politics
Minnesota politicos split by party over Kavanaugh pick for Supreme Court
Minnesota's two U.S. senators are joining their fellow Democrats in raising concerns about Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, even as Republicans urge a quick confirmation for President Donald Trump's high court pick.
Nation
Some fear GI Bill changes could overwhelm the VA
Veterans' eligibility for benefits will be extended.
Local
Paul Ryan talks jobs, taxes with Reps. Paulsen, Lewis at Minnesota firms
U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan visited several Twin Cities businesses Monday, touting tax cuts and technical careers while also talking up the chances of two fellow Republicans facing competitive congressional races this year.
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Trump picks Brett Kavanaugh for Supreme Court
President Donald Trump chose Brett Kavanaugh, a politically connected conservative judge, for the Supreme Court Monday.
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Trump: 'Very close' to Supreme Court decision
U.S. President Donald Trump says he is "very close" to picking a Supreme Court nominee.
Business
Moody's warns Minn. pension changes are 'far from a cure-all'
But state official defends the legislation, saying the overhaul wasn't intended to fully fix the system.
Politics
Smith faces tough challengers to retain her U.S. Senate seat
The high-stakes race for the U.S. Senate seat is a microcosm of the nation's unpredictable, divided political landscape.
World
European allies brace for 'capricious' Trump
The allies' worries and Moscow's hopes are rooted in Trump's combative approach to foreign policy.
Politics
Simple name recognition often the key to winning office in Minnesota
The August primary will be a big test of the salience of name ID.
Business
Ominous national debt projections not seen as big business concern — yet
For many local business leaders, other issues are more pressing.
Politics
Sen. Bernie Sanders to campaign for Keith Ellison in Minn. AG race
The Vermont senator will host rallies in Duluth and Minneapolis next week.
Local
Dayton, leaders see damage in flooded southern Minnesota
Slayton and Tracy are among the cities hardest hit after some parts of southwestern Minnesota got 8 to 10 inches of rain.
Business
For Minnesota, trade war with China is all about soybeans
President of the Minnesota Farm Bureau feels like a bad dream has come true.
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Route 5 bus upgrade uncertain without $35M from Legislature
Busiest bus corridor in the state failed to secure needed funding from Legislature.
Business
Minnesota lawmakers in D.C. hope to settle farm bill soon
Rep. Collin Peterson says he's out of the loop after a falling-out over GOP food-stamp policy.
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