Minnesota House
Coverage of Minnesota House in the Nexus archive.
- State Rep. Joe Schomacker resigns, citing ‘new business opportunities’ for the decision
Minnesota State Representative Joe Schomacker resigns after 16 years in the House, citing new business opportunities. His resignation will be effective June 21, with a regular election for House District 21A scheduled for November.
- US man pleads guilty to assassinating Minnesota lawmaker and husband
A man pleaded guilty to assassinating a Minnesota House Speaker and her husband, as well as shooting a state senator and his wife. Prosecutors stated they would not seek the death penalty.
- Man accused of killing a top Minnesota lawmaker, husband due to change plea
A man charged with killing a top Democrat in the Minnesota House and her husband, as well as attempting to murder a state senator and his wife, is set to change his not-guilty plea in federal court. Prosecutors have stated they will not seek the death penalty against him.
- How Melissa Hortman invested in the humanity of a political opponent
Melissa Hortman, as Minnesota House speaker, initiated weekly meetings with Lisa Demuth, the minority leader, despite their disagreements on policies like immigration and taxation. Their sustained contact, maintained over years, is highlighted as a model for bridging political divides. The article emphasizes the importance of deliberate, non-performative human connection in resolving conflicts.
- Minnesota passes ban on fake AI nudes; app makers risk $500K fines
Minnesota has become the first U.S. state to ban AI-powered nudification apps, imposing fines of up to $500,000 per fake AI nude and allowing victims to sue for damages. The law, passed unanimously by the Minnesota Senate and House, will be enforced this August if signed by Governor Tim Walz, with funds from fines supporting services for victims of sexual assault and related crimes.