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Election 2024

Election 2024

Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2024.

Election 2024: DFL holds Minnesota Senate; House control uncertain

Election 2024: DFL holds Minnesota Senate; House control uncertain

The Minnesota Senate will stay in DFL control next year but there was no definitive word on the House. There were no surprises in Minnesota’s U.S. House and Senate elections. And voters were poised to continue using lottery money to fund natural resources projects.
by MPR News Staff

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Election results FAQ: How votes are counted and what comes next after Election Day

Election results FAQ: How votes are counted and what comes next after Election Day

MPR News has compiled answers to some frequently asked questions about how votes are counted, when we will know the results and how election officials ensure the process is fair and accurate.
by Calli Hadler

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Government funding bill clears Congress and heads to President Biden, averting a shutdown

Government funding bill clears Congress and heads to President Biden, averting a shutdown

The Senate has rushed through final passage of a bipartisan plan to fund federal operations and prevent a government shutdown. It now goes to President Joe Biden, who is expected to quickly sign it into law.
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Trump’s reelection victory pushes some LGTBQ Minneapolis residents to safety training

Trump’s reelection victory pushes some LGTBQ Minneapolis residents to safety training

For some marginalized communities the second Trump term is fraught with fears over personal safety. In Minneapolis, one organization is helping with de-escalation services and gun training.
by Odette Yousef

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Donald Trump said he wants to ban trans athletes from competing. The reality is more nuanced

Donald Trump said he wants to ban trans athletes from competing. The reality is more nuanced

President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign promise to ‘ban’ transgender athletes struck a chord with voters. It’s uncertain, however, what exactly Trump will do once his second term begins in January. 
by The Associated Press

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After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz saw his national profile skyrocket when he became Vice President Harris’ running mate. Now, he’s back home figuring out when he will push back or work with Republicans.
by Clay Masters

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Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands

Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands

President-elect Donald Trump has abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out. 
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‘An irreplaceable feeling’: Formerly incarcerated advocate votes in Electoral College

‘An irreplaceable feeling’: Formerly incarcerated advocate votes in Electoral College

Elizer Darris said voting in the Electoral College on Tuesday was “the culmination of a multidecade fight” to make sure the voices of formerly incarcerated people like him are heard.
by Nicole Ki

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In disputed Shakopee-area legislative race, voters share what was on uncounted ballots

In disputed Shakopee-area legislative race, voters share what was on uncounted ballots

While 20 ballots believed to have been discarded before being counted won’t be recovered, some voters who cast those missing ballots shared what was on them. They appear to show Rep. Brad Tabke’s narrow lead would stand up.
by Dana Ferguson

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