DOJ observers denied access to Hennepin, Ramsey polls, will be watched by state observers

Minnesota state officials will “watch the watchers” on primary day, monitoring Department of Justice observers outside polling locations in Hennepin and Ramsey counties after local officials denied them entry.

How to watch Minnesota primary election coverage on FOX 9

FOX 9 will have live coverage of Minnesota's primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Find out how and where to watch election results.

Trump loses 21st straight court fight over state voter rolls

The Trump administration suffered its 21st court loss this year in its push for state voter rolls after a judge ruled that states are not legally required to share the data.

MN Gubernatorial primary: GOP candidate Lisa Demuth
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Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth joins FOX 9 All Day to discuss her plan to fight fraud ahead of Tuesday's Primary Election. 

Minnesota primary election: What voters should know
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Election officials including Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon shared voting information ahead of Tuesday's primary election. 

Iran war: Trump shifts strategy as economic pressure mounts
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President Donald Trump is signaling a more patient approach toward Iran, telling Axios the U.S. is "only semi-negotiating" as economic pressure mounts on the country. Meanwhile, Iran continues talks with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz and has made new demands of the U.S. FOX's Doug Luzader reports.

Trump: U.S. only 'semi-negotiating' with Iran
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President Donald Trump is signaling a shift toward a more patient strategy on Iran, telling Axios the U.S. is "only semi-negotiating" while waiting to see how economic pressure affects the country. FOX's Doug Luzader reports.

Iran releases new demands to reopen Strait of Hormuz
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Iranian officials have released dramatic new demands centered around re-opening the Strait of Hormuz. FOX’s Trey Yingst shares what they are, and how they’re being received.

Will Abdul El-Sayed keep campaigning with Hasan Piker?
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Political reaction is pouring into Michigan after Democrat Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won a fiercely contested U.S. Senate primary. The former public health official will face off with Republican Mike Rogers in less than three months. On Sunday, El-Sayed was asked if he’d continue to campaign with far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who’s been accused of making inflammatory comments and spreading anti-Semitic rhetoric. FOX’s Madeline Rivera has more. 

Minnesota primary preview: Final look at top races
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Ahead of Tuesday’s Minnesota primary, candidates are making a final push in closely watched races for governor and the U.S. Senate. The governor’s field includes Democrat Amy Klobuchar and Republicans Lisa Demuth, Mike Lindell and Kendall Qualls, while FOX 9 political analyst Blois Olson says turnout could play a major role in the Republican contest.

Election 2026: What to know about the November midterm key races

Election 2026 will determine which party controls Congress, with Republicans defending narrow majorities in both the House and Senate.

Todd Blanche confirmed as attorney general

Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, has been confirmed as the next U.S. attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote.

DOJ: Duke Law illegally used race in consideration for admission

The Justice Department accused Duke University’s law school of wrongfully using race-based factors in its admissions process, as the Trump administration continues its enforcement on diversity practices in higher education.

MN Senate primary: DFL candidate Peggy Flanagan
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DFL candidate for U.S. Senate Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan joins FOX 9 All Day to discuss her campaign ahead of Minnesota's primary election on Aug. 11

Judge finds Mike Lindell may have violated election laws with MyPillow handout

A Minnesota judge has found there is probable cause to believe Mike Lindell, former MyPillow CEO, violated campaign finance rules when he tossed out pillows during a parade in Delano.

Trump mulls executive order on vaccines and autism: report

The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.