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It’s an election year, and that could mean more political grandstanding at the Legislature. The biggest accomplishment predicted for this session is a bonding bill.
Trump's $4.8 trillion budget proposal revisits rejected cuts
President Trump has unveiled a $4.8 trillion election year budget plan that recycles previously rejected cuts to domestic programs to promise a balanced budget in 15 years. That's while boosting the military and leaving Social Security and Medicare benefits untouched.
New Hampshire primary 2020: Sanders projected to win, Buttigieg second
Sen. Bernie Sanders is projected to win the New Hampshire Democratic primary, according to The Associated Press. Sanders was ahead throughout the night, but faced a close contest from Pete Buttigieg, former mayor of South Bend, Ind. Follow NPR's live coverage and analysis.
Legislative session that starts Tuesday could be light on accomplishments
There’s less pressure to be productive during this election-year legislative session, but be prepared to see plenty of grandstanding featuring a Republican-controlled Senate and DFL-controlled House.
Biden mocks rival Buttigieg's record as small city mayor
Scrambling to salvage his presidential campaign, Joe Biden escalated his criticism of Pete Buttigieg on Saturday, mocking Buttigieg's experience as mayor of South Bend, Ind., and warning that he would struggle without the support of black voters who are the backbone of the Democratic Party.
Trump ousts officials who testified in impeachment inquiry
President Trump has ousted Gordon Sondland, his ambassador to the European Union, who delivered damaging testimony during the impeachment inquiry. The action comes just hours after Alexander Vindman, the decorated soldier and national security aide who played a central role in the impeachment case, was escorted out of the White House complex Friday.