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Classroom cellphone bans are being promoted by U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and studied in Minnesota schools, with mixed research findings. Some studies report increased peer interaction and reduced disciplinary issues, while others show no significant academic improvements or changes in student behavior.

Early voting in Minnesota for the August primary begins Friday, allowing voters to cast ballots by mail or in person. Key races include the gubernatorial primary with candidates like Mike Lindell and Amy Klobuchar, and Senate and Attorney General contests.

A memorial at the U.S. Capitol honored 272 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, with families, lawmakers, and advocates calling for safer social media legislation. The event, held on Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, was organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020 from incidents linked to social media.

A memorial at the U.S. Capitol honored 272 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, organized by families, lawmakers, and advocates. The event marked Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, founded in 2023 by two mothers whose sons died in social media-related incidents. Lawmakers from both parties called for legislation to hold tech companies accountable for online harms.

A memorial event at the U.S. Capitol honored 268 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, including cyberbullying and drug-related incidents. The event, part of Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, featured bipartisan calls for legislation to increase accountability of tech companies. The display included placards with photos and ages of victims, organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020.

Konstantinos Ligris, President Donald Trump's nominee for a top Justice Department role, deleted hundreds of social media posts that disparaged law enforcement and insulted lawmakers from both parties. A review of archived posts revealed offensive remarks targeting specific senators and calls for impeaching federal judges who ruled against the Trump administration.

Amy Klobuchar, a U.S. Senator, announced her candidacy for Minnesota governor following Tim Walz's decision not to seek re-election. She emphasized a 40-point reform plan to address state issues and distance herself from Walz, while political analysts noted her Senate leadership role and motivations for entering the race.

Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, responding to concerns raised by President Trump's openness to the idea. The legislation aims to block such deployments by requiring a congressional resolution and prohibiting military access to election records, while the White House countered by referencing stalled voting restrictions in the SAVE America Act.

U.S. Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, in response to concerns that President Donald Trump might use an exception in federal law to bypass the ban. The bill mandates a 48-hour notice to Congress and prohibits military personnel from accessing election records using federal funds.

A majority of Minnesotans disapprove of Gov. Tim Walz and President Donald Trump, with approval ratings at historical lows. Over two-thirds oppose U.S. involvement in the Iran war. Approval ratings for Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Attorney General Keith Ellison are also negative or near-neutral, while the Minnesota Legislature's approval is similarly low.

The Senate passed bipartisan legislation to allow cameras in federal courtrooms and the Supreme Court, aiming to enhance judicial transparency. The bills, the Sunshine in the Courtroom Act and the Cameras in the Courtroom Act, would grant judges authority to permit recordings on a case-by-case basis while safeguarding due process rights.

Lisa Demuth remains in the Republican primary for governor after not receiving the GOP endorsement. She will face Kendall Qualls and Mike Lindell in August, claiming she is best positioned to defeat Amy Klobuchar in November. The endorsement was awarded to Qualls on the 10th ballot following convention confusion over electronic voting devices.

Senate Democrats are urging the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to regulate prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket more strictly to address concerns over insider trading and consumer protection. The group of 16 senators, led by Amy Klobuchar, called for guidance to prevent event contract manipulation and ensure clear contract terms.

U.S. Senate Democrats are urging the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to increase oversight of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, citing concerns over insider trading and consumer harms. The senators, led by Amy Klobuchar, called for stricter regulations and clearer contract terms to address risks as these markets grow in popularity.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six U.S. cases of New World screwworm to Biden administration border policies and Mexican cartels' inaction. The pests, which can harm livestock, were confirmed in South Texas and New Mexico. Rollins stated USDA staff focused on screwworm prevention has increased from 10 to over 120 full-time members since last year.

A group of 16 U.S. Senate Democrats, led by Amy Klobuchar, is urging the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to tighten regulation of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket. They cited concerns over insider trading, consumer harms, and ambiguous contract language as these markets grow in popularity among retail participants.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six confirmed New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to Biden administration border policies and Mexican cartels' inaction. Democrats raised concerns about USDA staff reductions under the Trump administration impacting the response. The USDA has increased staff and allocated $1.3 billion to combat the threat.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributes six confirmed New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to Biden’s border policies and Mexican cartels’ inaction. The pests, which can harm livestock, were eradicated since 1966 but have re-emerged, with Rollins stating increased USDA staff and funding to combat the threat.

A group of 16 U.S. Senate Democrats is urging the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to tighten regulation of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, citing concerns over insider trading and consumer harms. The senators requested guidance to prevent market manipulation and called for reviews of policies to ensure adequate resources for preventing abuse.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributes six New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to Biden's 'open-border policies,' citing lax enforcement and Mexican cartel inaction. The pests, which harm livestock by laying eggs in animals, have been confirmed in South Texas and New Mexico. Rollins claims USDA staff focused on screwworm prevention has increased to over 120, despite concerns from Democrats about staff reductions under the Trump administration.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six confirmed New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to the Biden administration’s border policies and Mexican cartels’ inaction. Rollins stated the pests likely migrated north via infested livestock or pets, with cases in South Texas and New Mexico. Democrats raised concerns about USDA staff reductions under the Trump administration impacting the response, while Rollins highlighted increased staff and $1.3 billion allocated to combat the threat.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six U.S. cases of New World screwworm to Biden's border policies and Mexican cartels' inaction. Rollins stated the USDA has increased staff dedicated to combating the pest from 10 to 120 and allocated $1.3 billion for eradication efforts. Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed concerns about staff reductions at USDA under the Trump administration impacting the response.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six confirmed New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to Biden administration border policies and Mexican cartels' inaction. The pest, eradicated in the U.S. since 1966, threatens livestock through infested animals. Rollins stated USDA staff dedicated to combating the screwworm has increased from 10 to over 120, while Democrats raised concerns about recent USDA staff reductions.

Senator Amy Klobuchar has unveiled a plan to overhaul the Minnesota state government, aiming to root out fraud and waste through a top-to-bottom audit of state agencies. Her proposal includes anti-fraud measures such as a 'Do Not Pay' database and tougher criminal penalties. This move comes amidst controversy over fraud scandals in state-run programs under Governor Tim Walz's administration.

Sen. Amy Klobuchar unveiled a plan to overhaul Minnesota's state government, pledging to root out fraud and abuse, while drawing contrast with Gov. Tim Walz's administration. Her proposal includes anti-fraud measures and tougher penalties. Republicans argue that oversight failures allowed large-scale fraud to persist under Walz.

Minnesota Republican lawmaker Kristin Robbins ended her gubernatorial campaign to replace Gov. Tim Walz, citing a lack of a viable path to victory after Amy Klobuchar became the leading Democratic candidate. Robbins highlighted her work on a fraud committee that led to Walz's early resignation due to a fraud scandal, but acknowledged the political establishment's consolidation around Klobuchar made her campaign unsustainable.

Minnesota Republican lawmaker Kristin Robbins ended her gubernatorial campaign to replace Gov. Tim Walz, citing an unrealistic path to victory after Amy Klobuchar emerged as the likely Democratic nominee. She emphasized her focus on exposing fraud during Walz's tenure and will not endorse remaining GOP candidates like Lisa Demuth and Mike Lindell.

Minnesota Democrats blocked a Republican-led effort to investigate and potentially impeach Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison over a $19 billion Medicaid fraud scandal. The vote on the Minnesota House Rules and Legislative Administration Committee was deadlocked 8-8 along party lines, with Democrats accusing Republicans of prioritizing political theater over addressing pressing issues like rising gas and healthcare costs.