Clay Masters
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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.
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As the presidential race nears an end, crucial moments can be traced to the Midwest
The 2024 presidential race began like others with a crowded primary in Iowa. And as the race continued, a lot crucial moments can be traced back to how voters in the Midwest viewed the candidates.
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Where Gaza protest voters stand ahead of early voting
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On the VP debate stage, two visions for policing in America are laid out
The disparate philosophies between Tim Walz and JD Vance on law and order and ensuring public safety in the U.S. were on display in the presidential debate.
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Trump tells town hall crowd that he supports free IVF treatments
Former President Donald Trump told crowds in Wisconsin and Michigan that he would make IVF treatment free if wins a second term. “I was always for IVF," Trump told them.
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After other members of the 'Squad' lost their primaries, Rep. Ilhan Omar manages to hold on
The Minnesota congresswoman held on in Tuesday's primary. Omar's race gained significant attention after losses by other members of the progressive group of House lawmakers known as the "Squad."
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How Tim Walz went from 'Blue Dog Democrat' to progressive champion
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a series of progressive policies into law while in office. Democrats hope his record is a boon to the presidential ticket, but Republicans say he's too liberal.
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Trump almost won Minnesota in 2016. Could 2024 be the year the blue state flips?
Donald Trump and his vice presidential pick JD Vance campaign in Minnesota Saturday. The traditionally blue state may be competitive this year.
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Will the Democrat's uncommitted delegates support Kamala Harris?
Minnesota's uncommitted delegates to the DNC represent voters who protested President Biden's handling of the war in Gaza. Now that he's dropped out of the race, they are considering their next steps.
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What's next for uncommitted movement?
Uncommitted delegates are planning how to influence the Democratic National Convention in August after voters cast primary ballots to protest President Biden's handling of the war in Gaza.