Minnesota Secretary of State says primary results could be delayed up to week, asks for patience
With more people voting absentee amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Minnesota election officials say it may take a few days to a week to get the ballots counted for next Tuesday’s primary election.
Last-ditch coronavirus aid talks; Trump team heads back to Capitol
Washington talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money are teetering on the brink of collapse after a marathon meeting in the Capitol generated lots of recriminations but little progress on the top issues confronting negotiators.
Minneapolis drive-thru ballot drop-off: Time, location, what to bring
It is a record year for early voting in Minnesota and, in Minneapolis, you don’t even need to get out of your car to cast your ballot.
Minnesota's primary is Tuesday. Here's what you need to know
Minnesota election officials have been scrambling for weeks to hold Tuesday's primary election in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.
Omar, Melton-Meaux spar over campaign finance issue as race appears to tighten
Antone Melton-Meaux, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar's Democratic primary challenger, fought back Wednesday after coming under a last-minute attack from the Minnesota DFL over his campaign finances.
Biden won't go to Milwaukee to accept Democratic nomination
The move is the latest example of the pandemic’s sweeping effects on the 2020 presidential election and the latest blow to traditional party nominating conventions that historically have marked the start of fall general election campaigns.
Progress slow as urgency grows on virus relief legislation
The latest negotiating session on a coronavirus relief bill has wrapped with modest concessions being made by both sides.
Minnesota DFL to file FEC complaint against Rep. Omar's primary challenger Antone Melton-Meaux
The Minnesota DFL announced it is intending to file an FEC complaint against Antone Melton-Meaux, who is challenging Congresswoman Ilhan Omar in the primary for the the Fifth Congressional District.
Trump withholds praise for John Lewis, notes he 'didn't come to my inauguration'
President Trump, in a wide-ranging interview with "Axios on HBO" that aired Monday night, refused to praise late civil rights icon and Rep. John Lewis, citing Lewis' decision not to attend his inauguration and State of the Union speeches.
Judge approves changes to Minnesota absentee ballot rules for November election
A Ramsey County District Court judge approved changes that will ease restrictions on absentee voting in Minnesota for the general election in November.
Sen. Tina Smith introduces marijuana reform bill focused on health, civil rights
U.S. Senator Tina Smith introduced legislation to address health and safety considerations for implementing the legalization of marijuana, officials announced Monday.
'If not now, when?': Black women seize political spotlight
Black women have long been the Democratic Party’s most reliable and loyal voters, but for generations that allegiance didn’t translate to their own political rise.
Trump nemesis Omar challenged in Democratic primary over celebrity status
Antone Melton-Meaux says he voted for U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar in 2018 as she made history in becoming the first Somali-American elected to Congress.
531K Minnesotans have requested absentee ballots ahead of election in pandemic
With the primary just days away, the City of Minneapolis is already testing the voting machines.
Omar, challengers battle in debate ahead of Aug. 11 primary
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and two Democratic primary challengers battled over contrasting styles and campaign finance controversies in their first -- and probably only -- debate ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg discharged from hospital after procedure earlier this week
The justice had undergone a 'minimally invasive' procedure in New York City.
Fauci optimistic COVID-19 vaccine will be widely available
Dr. Anthony Fauci has told lawmakers that once a coronavirus vaccine is approved as safe and effective, Americans should have widespread access within a reasonable time.
Rep. John Lewis honored during funeral at Ebenezer Baptist Church
After nearly a week-long salute to the man known for causing “good trouble”, the late Rep. John Lewis will be laid to rest Thursday in Atlanta. Lewis died the evening of July 17 after a 6-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 80.
Trump suggests delaying November election -- but date is set by Congress
President Donald Trump is for the first time publicly floating a “delay” to the Nov. 3 presidential election, as he makes unsubstantiated allegations that increased mail-in voting will result in fraud.
Flags to be flown at half-staff in Minnesota in honor of late Congressman John Lewis
Flags at state and federal buildings will be flown at half-staff Thursday to honor the late Congressman John Lewis, who recently passed away.