U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar qualifies for Democratic debate in November

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has qualified for the Democratic debate in November, as her presidential campaign sees an uptick in donor contributions and a small bump in polls.

Chaotic scene as Republicans storm closed-door impeachment inquiry testimony

Republicans briefly brought the Democrat-led impeachment investigation to a halt Wednesday when around two dozen GOP House members stormed into a closed-door deposition with a Defense Department official. Democrats said the move compromised national security because some of the Republicans brought electronic devices into a secure room.

Poll: Klobuchar, other Democrats lead Trump in Minnesota

Four Democratic presidential contenders, including U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, hold leads over President Donald Trump in head-to-head matchups in Minnesota, according to a Minneapolis Star Tribune/Mason Dixon poll of voters in Minnesota.

With Trump rally just hours away, Target Center is ready inside and out

As President Donald Trump prepares to board Air Force One headed for Minneapolis, Target Center is ready, inside and outside, for his rally and any related protests downtown.

Second Lady, Lara Trump host 'Women for Trump' event in St. Paul

A visit from the President and Vice President has turned into a family affair as the Second Lady and Trump’s daughter-in-law Lara Trump held a panel discussion focused on families Wednesday.

South Twin Cities metro area braces for Trump, Pence-related highway closures Thursday

People living and working in Minneapolis are planning for President Trump’s visit Thursday, but preparations are also underway in the south Twin Cities metro area as well.

Impeachment inquiry dominates discussion at Rep. Tom Emmer town hall

Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer is continuing his town hall tour and Tuesday, he was in Anoka County during a tense time in national politics.

Trump’s rally in Minnesota builds excitement on both sides of the aisle

Republican and Democratic leaders in Minnesota say President Trump’s planned campaign stop in Minneapolis is getting voters on both sides of the aisle excited for the 2020 election.

Sen. Smith meets with striking GM workers in Hudson, Wis.

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith visited with striking autoworkers on the picket line at a General Motors distribution center in Hudson, Wisconsin.

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio drops out of presidential race

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Friday he is dropping out of the 2020 Democratic primary, ending his campaign after struggling to gain traction in the race.

Jimmy Carter says 4 more years of President Trump would be a 'disaster'

Former President Jimmy Carter took aim at President Trump while speaking at an event in Atlanta, saying it would be a “disaster” if he were to be elected for a second term.

Sen. Klobuchar defends Biden against 'personal' and 'unnecessary' attacks on age

After other candidates questioned his mental wellbeing on Thursday, Senator Amy Klobuchar stuck up for Joe Biden, comparing a debate attack by Julian Castro to "something Donald Trump might tweet."

Democratic debate: Top 2020 presidential contenders to finally share same stage

All of the top Democratic presidential candidates will share a debate stage Thursday, with Joe Biden leading in the polls and Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders vying to be the progressive alternative.

House panel questions 3M, former MN Attorney General Lori Swanson on Capitol Hill

With Congress back in session, a House panel questioned an executive at Maplewood-based 3M and former Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson Tuesday.