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Jon does a deeper dive into the controversial endorsement from the GOP convention. Jon and Sam discuss their thoughts on one of the commercials during the break, and Jon makes a comparison from what happened at the GOP Convention to a preferred DFL voting system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republicans gather in Duluth Friday to begin winnowing their field of U.S. Senate candidates. An endorsement contest could bring some to drop out of the race, but an August primary will determine the nominee for the general election.For Democrats, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan heads into this weekend's DFL state convention with a victory already in hand. Her opponent in the DFL Senate race, U.S. Rep Angie Craig, decided Wednesday to skip the convention, with the delegate math showing a strong advantage there for Flanagan. The two will instead battle it out in the August primary.Four Twin Cities leaders will accept the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation Profile in Courage Award this Sunday on behalf of the people of the Twin Cities.

Angie Craig will ignore the endorsement process and try to win the primary. The DFL is certainly at odds. Author's Corner featured the book "Theo of Golden." New Minneapolis interim police chief has her own baggage. Big Foot fans will gather in Ocala FL, just the state for Big Foot fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday amid allegations that he interfered with an internal investigation. The investigation explored allegations that the chief had sexual relationships with city employees. According to investigators, there was sufficient evidence that O'Hara intentionally deleted data on his city-issued cell phone that was related to the investigation. At the DFL convention this weekend, the endorsement that will garner the most attention is in the U.S. Senate race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig are seeking their party's endorsement.The temporary closure of one of the state's few marijuana testing labs could spell trouble for the budding industry. Last week, Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management froze testing at Legend Technical Services for failing to meet security and testing requirements. State law requires testing, but Minnesota already faces a backlog with demand spiking.

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig says she'll skip the DFL convention in Rochester and head straight to a Senate primary.Minneapolis city leaders are searching for a new police chief after Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Wednesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the breaking news that Rep. Angie Craig has decided to forego the DFL endorsement convention for US Senate and will head straight to the primary in August. Did she make the right call? And is this more evidence that endorsements are unhelpful? Then he discusses today's top story - the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara - and why he had to go.

Jason talks about the breaking news that Angie Craig is foregoing the DFL endorsement convention to go straight to the primary. Smart move? Or a sign her campaign for US Senate is in trouble? Listeners weigh in.

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason is joined in-studio by Minneapolis City Council President Elliot Payne to talk about the resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara, and his concerns over the transparency in the investigations surrounding the Chief. Then Tracy Perlman joins for her weekly appearance - was Jason wrong to mow the lawn shirtless this morning? 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the breaking news that Rep. Angie Craig has decided to forego the DFL endorsement convention for US Senate and will head straight to the primary in August. Did she make the right call? And is this more evidence that endorsements are unhelpful? Then he discusses today's top story - the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara - and why he had to go. 5pm Hour: Jason talks about the biggest story of the day - the resignation of Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. What comes next for the interim Chief? The Mayor? The City? Then it's time to vent our collective spleens as Jason and listeners share what they've had ENOUGH of this week.

Jon looks at the fraud in MN getting national attention, and compares stark differences in Memorial Day tributes from the DFL and GOP. Jon finds a national article featuring a unique Twin Cities business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Freedom Friday! Jon looks at the life, career, and legacy of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch. Jon offers up a PSA for the male audience. MN Rep Max Rymer joins the show where the conversation turns to a DFL rally and DFL policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Later this morning, Federal big wigs will be here for a news conference about fraud in Minnesota. What will they be looking at? Some thoughts from Blois Olson on today's edition of The Morning Take on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

Jon revisits the concept of owning physical media and his opinion on how it can be linked to modern politics. Jon discusses modern DFL campaign strategies and makes a very polarizing Star Wars comment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened over the weekend as a Sunday, Midnight deadline approached? Blois Olson broke it all down with Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.

What do Minnesotan's need to know about what happened this session? Erin Murphy, the Senate Majority Leader, woke up early to talk with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

Happy Freedom Friday! Jon kicks off the show wading into the controversy at the MN legislature. MN Rep Max Rymer joins the show to give first-hand accounts of what happened last night and talk DFL squandering their potential gains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep Max Rymer, Grace Keating, and Kathryn Johnson where the conversation continues about the MN legislative session and DFL tactics. Max explains the nuance of emergency bills. The group talks high school lock ins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minnesota lawmakers are filling in the details of a legislative budget agreement struck this week and will have to hustle to pass the bills needed to enact it.If they do, Minnesotans will see reductions in their vehicle registration, help with rising property taxes, continuation of a lead pipe replacement push and more. A key hospital in Minneapolis would get a lifeline and counties would get money to replace old technology that makes running programs difficult and fraud more of a risk.The Legislature was tasked with a compact agenda and it looks like that is what will result. Items that were seen as politically problematic were kept to the side in favor of proposals that could get bipartisan buy-in. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with the Minnesota's four caucus leaders about how a session-ending agreement came together — two DFLers and two Republicans. Then, a check-in with our state Capitol team, and what they're picking up on, as the Legislature inches closer to its conclusion. Guests:Rep. Lisa Demuth, of Cold Spring, is a Republican and the speaker of the Minnesota House.Rep. Zack Stephenson, of Coon Rapids, is the DFL caucus leader for the Minnesota House. Sen. Erin Murphy, of St. Paul, is the DFL Senate majority leader. Sen. Mark Johnson, of East Grand Forks, is the Republican Senate minority leader. Dana Ferguson is a political correspondent for MPR News.Peter Cox is a politics reporter for MPR News.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation or subscribe to the Politics Friday podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or RSS.

Republican Rep. Elliott Engen joins Chad for two segments on the contentious gun legislation debate in St. Paul yesterday, how it ended with allegations of vile words spoken towards him from two DFL lawmakers, and the controversy over whether those words were spoken or not. Plus, we hear plenty of reaction to the interview from listeners and jump into a very abbreviated Am I Wrong? to wrap up the week.

Amy Frederiksen is the former Senate Majority Leader. Jeff Hayden is a former Senate Assistant Minority Leader. Both have been watching the past few months and the past few hours with bated breath. Reaction to the sit in, proposals to get a vote on gun legislation and more. It's "The Capitol Clash" on The WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar.

The drama at the state capitol continues. A sit in in the House of Representatives. Reaction from long time political reporter Esme Murphy from WCCO TV.

Has the framework of a deal to the end the legislative session been struck in St. Paul. Some late night action from leaders says yes. Details on everything from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.

The chair of the new HOUSE FRAUD PREVENTION and STATE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE, joined Vineeta to discuss some final conclusions by the committee and the latest developments of a bonding deal as the session ticks down.

Send us Fan MailDebunking the myths about mining "in the Boundary Waters"...Check out the American Experiment PodcastMinnesota's hard-fought Office of Inspector General bill is headed to Governor Walz's desk (which means DFL legislators are rebranding themselves as anti-fraud), legacy media outlets are asking for $500,000 in taxpayer dollars, and crime is going down in Minnesota everywhere but Hennepin County. On the back half, we get the inside story from Congressman Pete Stauber of his pro-mining wins in DC.Remember to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode of the American Experiment Podcast. We'll see you next Tuesday afternoon!Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts including: Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!Check out our NEW legal podcast: The rationally Based Podcast  Follow The American Experiment on: Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#minneapolis #governorwalz #walz #minnesota #legislature #capitol #mn #republicans #democrats #politics #gop #dfl #stpaul #culture #politics #fraud #corruption #hearing #taxes #schools #education

Negotiations on a variety of fronts are coming down to the wire prior to Monday's adjourning of the legislative session. Some insights from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News

No close encounter story, 2-years after the MV Dali hit the Baltimore bridge, mayor Eileen Wang charged with spying for the PRC, the Grand Rapids VFW, a new playgrond in GND, the latest from Iran, Tortoise & Hare Footwear, Gordon Lightfoot, and the DFL's greenhouse gas superfund act...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon looks at a unique way to vote in Minnesota, which sets off a flurry of talkbacks. Jon mocks a DFL politician's video and looks at another fraud case in Minneapolis.

Jon discusses a bid to revive Spirit Airlines which leads to Jon and Sam exchanging jokes. Andrew Langer joins where they discuss Andrew's recent loss, the U.S. economy, Congressional maps, and DFL tactics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon discusses a bid to revive Spirit Airlines which leads to Jon and Sam exchanging jokes. Andrew Langer joins where they discuss Andrew's recent loss, the U.S. economy, Congressional maps, and DFL tactics.

Jon looks at a unique way to vote in Minnesota, which sets off a flurry of talkbacks. Jon mocks a DFL politician's video and looks at another fraud case in Minneapolis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freedom Friday goes off the rails! Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep Max Rymer, Grace Keating, and AK Kamara where the conversation continues about government release of classified documents which leaves listeners VERY divided. A DFL politician's vote causes the show to wipeout on chicken talk.

Freedom Friday goes off the rails! Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep Max Rymer, Grace Keating, and AK Kamara where the conversation continues about government release of classified documents which leaves listeners VERY divided. A DFL politician's vote causes the show to wipeout on chicken talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some say yes, others say no. Analysis on a proposal for term limits in the highest offices in the state from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.

Representative Jimmy Gordon thinks so. The Isanti representative joined Vineeta to discuss some legislation that would let voters decide. All on the WCCO Morning News

Send us Fan MailIs Minnesota approaching doomsday like the DFL claims?!Check out the American Experiment PodcastAmy Klobuchar announced her anti-fraud plan, DFL senators are predicting doomsday scenarios if we end the “temporary” COVID rules expanding taxpayer-funded healthcare, and Keith Ellison is getting sued by the Department of Justice for trying to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. On the back half, we talk with retired judge Eric Lipman about his fight to reform Minnesota's utility system (and get us ratepayers a better deal). Remember to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode of the American Experiment Podcast. We'll see you next Tuesday afternoon!Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts including: Apple Podcasts, and Spotify!Check out our NEW legal podcast: The rationally Based Podcast  Follow The American Experiment on: Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#minneapolis #governorwalz #walz #minnesota #legislature #capitol #mn #republicans #democrats #politics #gop #dfl #stpaul #culture #politics #fraud #corruption #hearing #taxes #schools #education

Jon opens the show celebrating an unofficial holiday and Jon looks at a DFL rally in Southern MN over the weekend. Andrew Langer joins where they discuss Operation Epic Fury, the economy, and his opinions on why too many regulations have stymied American business growth.

Jon initially dismisses a story involving a millennial childhood staple, but Sam's excitement changes his mind. Jon analyzes the closure of Spirit Airlines and why the DFL is partly to blame. Jon and Sam wipe out on Star Wars talk before Jon turns to Medicaid fraud in MN.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon opens the show celebrating an unofficial holiday and Jon looks at a DFL rally in Southern MN over the weekend. Andrew Langer joins where they discuss Operation Epic Fury, the economy, and his opinions on why too many regulations have stymied American business growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon initially dismisses a story involving a millennial childhood staple, but Sam's excitement changes his mind. Jon analyzes the closure of Spirit Airlines and why the DFL is partly to blame. Jon and Sam wipe out on Star Wars talk before Jon turns to Medicaid fraud in MN.

Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep. Max Rymer, Kathryn Johnson, and Grace Keating where the group explains to Jon why it's now common to scrub social media. Jon looks at a DFL candidate with a dark past and a young person with a unique opinion on voting in MN.

Jon is joined in studio by MN Rep. Max Rymer, Kathryn Johnson, and Grace Keating where the group explains to Jon why it's now common to scrub social media. Jon looks at a DFL candidate with a dark past and a young person with a unique opinion on voting in MN.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A DFL gun violence prevention package faces one last committee hurdle Wednesday in the Minnesota Senate. Gov. Tim Walz delivered his final State of the State speech Tuesday. The two-term Democrat had plenty of support from members of his party as he listed off the changes his administration has ushered through. A new health inequities analysis released Wednesday shows widespread racial and ethnic disparities persist in Minnesota. Runoff from this week's snowmelt and heavy rain continues to keep rivers running high in northeastern Minnesota. A flood warning goes into effect Thursday morning along the South Kawishiwi River near Ely.

Jon offers his opinion on how we ended up here following the WHCD attack and plays audio from social media posts of people discussing the assassination attempt. Jon looks at DFL attempts to force cities to comply with a recent change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon offers his opinion on how we ended up here following the WHCD attack and plays audio from social media posts of people discussing the assassination attempt. Jon looks at DFL attempts to force cities to comply with a recent change.

Happy Freedom Friday! Jon kicks off the show describing his drive to work, which leads to Jon and Sam discussing a unique morning ritual. Jon looks at political headlines from California and Virginia. MN Rep Max Rymer joins where the conversation turns to rising DFL politicians and inter-dimensional aliens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Freedom Friday! Jon kicks off the show describing his drive to work, which leads to Jon and Sam discussing a unique morning ritual. Jon looks at political headlines from California and Virginia. MN Rep Max Rymer joins where the conversation turns to rising DFL politicians and inter-dimensional aliens.

There's an open seat in the U.S. Senate, and Republicans are trying to do something they haven't since 2006: Win a statewide election.Both parties are working to figure out their nominees for November. Veteran sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya is taking the political plunge, and if she succeeds she might be one of the more recognizable U.S. senators. Can Tafoya overcome what's shaping up as a tough environment for Republicans? If she does, what would Tafoya do in Washington? MPR politics editor Brian Bakst speaks with Tafoya about what led her to run and what it will take to win in November. Then, the view from some political strategists on how they see the legislative session wrapping up and the fall campaign shaping up. Guests:Michele Tafoya is a former sport broadcaster and Republican running for Minnesota's open U.S. Senate seat.Abou Amara is a DFL political analyst and Twin Cities attorney.Preya Samsundar is a GOP political analyst and a campaign consultant.Dana Ferguson is a political correspondent for MPR News.Torey Van Oot is reporter for Axios Twin Cities covering Minnesota politics.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation or subscribe to the Politics Friday podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or RSS.

Taylor Dahlin is your host for a conversation with Josh Martin, who devastated friends and family recently by announcing his candidacy for chair of the DFL's 5th Congressional District.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Jon has opinions on physical media... Jon looks at DFL proposals to change electoral voting and a woman's lawsuit against ICE. Jon slams an editorial focused on local media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon has opinions on physical media... Jon looks at DFL proposals to change electoral voting and a woman's lawsuit against ICE. Jon slams an editorial focused on local media.

A House committee voted down an effort today to initiate impeachment proceedings against two DFL officials. Republicans proposed starting impeachment proceedings against Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison. They said the pair didn't do enough to combat fraud in state programs.And Gov. Tim Walz and local school officials are pushing to make early childhood education more affordable for additional families. At an early childhood education site in Rochester, Walz detailed a plan he wants the Legislature to pass before the end of session.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.