Walker Orenstein

Blowback to GOP’s Chauvin moment

At delegate's request, silent prayer held for ex-MPD cop who murdered George Floyd.

Dems channel their anger, while the GOP hunts for a breakthrough

Schwarze’s win sets stage for 2nd round with Tafoya

They’ll meet again in August’s Republican primary.

GOP’s Schwarze gains traction in run for U.S. Senate

He is now a front-runner ahead of party’s convention in Duluth.

Qualls’ running mate accused of misusing business funds

Ex-worker sues, alleging company cash tapped for personal expenses.

Cost of Demuth’s deals could be GOP endorsement

Governor candidate’s work in House may be hard sell to hard-line Republicans.

Shouting matches over gun legislation rattle session

While demanding a vote, DFLers staging a sit-in.

KLOBUCHAR SIGNALS SHE’LL GOVERN FROM THE MIDDLE

She emphasizes both her DFL heritage and leadership differences in bid to succeed Walz.

Klobuchar unveils anti-fraud plan

U.S. senator and candidate for Minnesota governor works to distinguish herself from Tim Walz.

THE UPHILL BATTLES OF TWO REPUBLICAN OUTSIDERS

White, Lindell can excite the GOP base, but their viability as candidates is in doubt.

TAFOYA FACES CHALLENGE IN COURTING HER OWN PARTY

Hegseth’s faith forged in Minnesota

Defense secretary’s wartime rhetoric is inspired by how he was raised in Forest Lake, father says.

PAST DEATHS RESONATE IN ANNUNCIATION AFTERMATH

GOP speaker’s kids were at site of Rocori High shooting in 2003.