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Minnesota's primary elections are on Aug. 11. The winning candidates will compete in the November general election for various local positions as well as seats in the governor's office and Congress.MPR News host Kelly Gordon talked with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, a Democrat, about how election officials are preparing for potential threats to election integrity and security.

With the primaries a week away, we'll talk to Secretary of State Steve Simon about how elections staff are preparing for possible threats and working to make sure this year's elections are fair and secure. Tens of thousands of Hmong and Lao soldiers fought alongside the U.S. in the Secret War in Laos. More than 50 years later, Secret War veterans in Minnesota are now eligible for benefits. Remember Rosie the Riveter? We'll talk about the life of a Minnesota woman who went to work during World War II. A new book named after Roseville's "Har Mar" strip mall tells the stories of women living in Turkey and Minnesota.Our Minnesota Music Minute was “You Got It All” by The Jets, and our Song of the Day was "Come to Me" by Lily and Madeline.

Early voting is underway in Minnesota. Sheletta sits down with Secretary of State Steve Simon to talk about what's on the ballot, the integrity of voting machines and how absentee ballots work on the latest episode of her podcast.

Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Jordana.

07/10/26: Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Joel Heitkamp to discuss a demand from President Trump regarding paper ballots, as well as the primary election in August. Steve has been serving as Minnesota Secretary of State since 2015 and partners with township, city, and county officials to organize elections on behalf of Minnesota’s nearly four million eligible voters, and to ensure that the election system is fair. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Simon is Minnesota's 22nd Secretary of State. He was sworn into office on January 5, 2015, and as Minnesota's chief elections administrator pledged in his inaugural address to “work with anyone, of any political affiliation, from any part of our state” to protect, defend, and strengthen the right to vote in Minnesota.

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Steve Simon is Minnesota's 22nd Secretary of State. He was sworn into office on January 5, 2015, and as Minnesota's chief elections administrator pledged in his inaugural address to “work with anyone, of any political affiliation, from any part of our state” to protect, defend, and strengthen the right to vote in Minnesota.

Voters can start casting their ballots Friday in the Minnesota primary election. Absentee voting starts 46 days before any election in Minnesota and you can cast an absentee ballot by mail or in person. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon says voters don't need an excuse to vote absentee. The primary election is Aug. 11.A government transparency organization has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security to release records connected to Operation Metro Surge this winter. The Forum for Constitutional Rights and Government Accountability requested documents and records back in January and hopes to release the documents to the public so citizens can understand the actions of the federal government.Beginning next week, Minnesotans will see new pop ups on social media sites warning about potential harms. It's a change lawmakers made in 2025, citing concerns about ill effects for young people. The Special Olympics USA Games wrap up Friday in the Twin Cities. The closing ceremony will take place at Huntington Bank Stadium and is free and open to the public. Tickets are required and can be claimed online and on site. Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve will be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Saturday. Reeve is the ninth player or coach from the Lynx to be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tenn.

The President signed an Executive Order on Tuesday, but that will be met with legal might says Minnesota's top election official. Secretary of State Steve Simon joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

The President signed an Executive Order on Tuesday, but that will be met with legal might says Minnesota's top election official. Secretary of State Steve Simon joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

There is some confusion over the SAVE Act making its way through congress and the impact it could have on voting across the country. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon clarifies what is in this bill and talks about other voting issues being seen in around the nation.

There is some confusion over the SAVE Act making its way through congress and the impact it could have on voting across the country. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon clarifies what is in this bill and talks about other voting issues being seen in around the nation.

Sons Of Liberty Radio with Bradlee Dean Restoration of Justice: Constitutional Accountability and the Minnesota Impeachment Movement Introduction This document summarizes the February 23, 2026, broadcast of Sons of Liberty Radio, featuring host Bradley Dean and Minnesota State Representatives Pam Altendorf and Ben Davis. The discussion centers on the constitutional mandate for holding public officials accountable, specifically focusing on allegations of financial fraud, voter roll irregularities, and the formal filing of impeachment articles against high-ranking Minnesota officials. Detailed Summary of Key Themes 1. The Constitutional Framework for Impeachment The broadcast emphasizes that the U.S. Constitution provides specific mechanisms to ensure no public official remains above the law. Citing Article II, Section 4, the host argues that removal from office is mandatory upon conviction of treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors. The narrative rejects the idea that resignation is a sufficient substitute for prosecution, comparing a politician's resignation to a criminal being allowed to quit their "job" rather than facing trial. Historical precedents, including the impeachments of Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton, are used to illustrate that the House of Representatives holds the "God-given right" to charge misconduct, while the Senate serves as the court for trial. Constitutional Basis for Removal Under Article II, Section 4, the President, Vice President, and all civil officers shall be removed from office on impeachment for and conviction of: Treason Bribery High Crimes 2. Voter Integrity and the Hennepin County Dispute Representative Pam Altendorf details her efforts to verify Minnesota's voter rolls, noting that Secretary of State Steve Simon has allegedly denied access to these rolls to both federal authorities and elected state officials. Despite this, Altendorf obtained the master list for Hennepin County, which represents 20% of the state's population. She reports discovering significant "abnormalities," such as 12 individuals registered at a single one-bedroom apartment. The discussion highlights a perceived lack of transparency, where private companies like ERIC receive data while public officials are blocked from verification. 3. Allegations of Systemic Fraud and Misconduct The broadcast brings forward claims of a $19 billion fraud within the state of Minnesota, which the host asserts is being treated as "make-believe" by Governor Tim Walz. Bradley Dean argues that over 1,000 eyewitnesses have pointed to administrative oversight in this fraud, yet no indictments have followed. The host further suggests that many influential figures in Minnesota's government are "transplants" from other states, contributing to a perceived infiltration of the local political system that runs antithetical to the interests of the 5.9 million residents. Minnesota Impeachment Status Gov. Tim Walz Articles in Hand / 5 Signers AG Keith Ellison 6 Articles Proposed 4. Legislative Action: Articles Against Walz and Ellison Representative Ben Davis provides an update on the formal impeachment process. Articles against Governor Tim Walz have been retrieved from the Revisor's Office with the maximum allowed five signatures for filing. Additionally, Davis announces six articles of impeachment against Attorney General Keith Ellison. These charges stem from an alleged "quid pro quo" involving campaign donors and Ellison's public defense of individuals who disrupted a church service, which Davis characterizes as a failure to uphold his oath to protect constitutional rights. Key Data & Indicators $19 Billion: The estimated amount of alleged fraud cited by the host regarding Minnesota state oversight. 12 People: The number of registered voters found at a single one-bedroom apartment during a roll audit. 20%: The portion of Minnesota's total population residing in Hennepin County. 5 Signatures: The legal limit for initial signers on impeachment articles in the Minnesota House. 81%: The cited percentage of Americans who reportedly do not trust mainstream media. To-Do / Next Steps Contact Representatives: Citizens are encouraged to email or call their state representatives and senators to demand support for the impeachment articles. Community Organization: Residents should organize and show up in large numbers at the state capitol to protest anti-Second Amendment legislation. Voter Roll Verification: Continued pressure must be applied to the Secretary of State to allow public verification of voter rolls. Support Independent Media: Listeners are asked to partner financially with the ministry to keep the broadcast on the air. Conclusion The broadcast serves as a call to action for what is described as the "silent majority" in Minnesota. By leveraging Article II, Section 4 and Article I of the Constitution, Representatives Altendorf and Davis aim to challenge the current administration's handling of state funds and election integrity. The core message remains that "liberty is the right to do what the law permits," and justice must be actively pursued by the people to hold perverted systems accountable.

Gayle explores the lives of Minnesota residents who are afraid to leave their homes, speaking with a Latin American native who is reluctant to leave her Minnesota home (3:30). Jim talks to Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about threats to a free and fair election in November (13:30). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week's GuestsMaria, immigrant in Minnesota Steve Simon, Minnesota Secretary of State St. Thomas study on non-citizen votingEmail us:riverradio@marinecommunitylibrary.orgGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community Library

Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis has ended — and both sides are claiming victory.Federal officials point to deportation targets removed and new cooperation from local authorities.Minnesota Democrats say public resistance forced ICE to retreat.So who's right?And more importantly: what lesson does this outcome teach activists, law enforcement, and elected officials across the country?In this analysis, Minnesota State Representative Walter Hudson examines what really happened during the ICE surge operation, the claims from Tom Homan and the Trump administration, and the response from Governor Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison, and Secretary of State Steve Simon.If coordinated obstruction of federal law enforcement leads to withdrawal without visible consequences, what precedent does that set?Because authority ultimately rests not in statements — but in consequences.And the end of Operation Metro Surge may carry implications far beyond Minnesota.https://x.com/WalterHudson⬇️ Watch, think critically, and decide for yourself.

Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Adam and Jordana the morning after election day.

House Speaker Lisa Demuth is running for governor. In an interview with MPR News ahead of the announcement, the Cold Spring Republican described herself as being best positioned among a crowded Republican field to take on DFL Gov. Tim Walz, who is seeking a third term.Demuth climbed to the role of speaker earlier this year under a power-sharing deal in the tied House. Six other Republicans are in the governor's race so far. Demuth's entrance into the race is drawing sharp reaction in both political parties.Tuesday is Election Day, but voter turnout is expected to be low. For presidential elections, Minnesota typically ranks as No. 1 in voter turnout. But for local elections — even with this year's high-profile mayoral races in Minneapolis and St. Paul — fewer people will cast ballots. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon says it's important to vote in local elections because they tend to have a more-direct impact on people's lives.As the federal shutdown continues to jeopardize food assistance programs, local nonprofits are stepping in to help low-income Minnesotans. The Greater Twin Cities United Way has launched an emergency food relief campaign. And it is asking Minnesotans to donate or volunteer.The number of grey wolves around Voyageurs National Park has dropped significantly over the past two years, according to a new report by researchers with the Voyageurs Wolf Project.

In a busy season of elections next year - it is always important to call into question the integrity of the voter registration system and there was a hearing in which voter fraud had been found and also Tim Walz “Drivers License for All” policy has created uncertainty in the past couple of years and confusion with who can walk in and vote whether they are a valid citizen - Steve clarifies that policy and what him and his team are doing to put out any and fall voter fraud fires now and in the future!

The conspiracy theories about everything are no more including those of us who had doubts about the election process.Just three weeks to Election Day, and voter fraud and efforts to stop it were a big topic of discussion at the State Capitol.The House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee, asking some pointed questions about the criminal case involving Ronnie Williams and Lorraine Lee Combs.Federal prosecutors say during the 2021-22 election cycle, the Nevada couple filled out hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications in 13 Minnesota counties.“There doesn't seem to be a check when this group submitted the fraudulent applications,” noted Rep. Kristin Robbins, R-Maple Grove, the committee chair. “So, I don't know where that breakdown comes in.”Court documents filed in June say Williams and Combs filled out the forms with fake names, addresses, dates of birth, and social security numbers, and that an unnamed foundation paid for them.Prosecutors say the foundation paid Williams for each completed application.State lawmakers passed a law in 2023 banning that kind of pay-for-play operation, where the couple was paid based on how many applications they finished. The motive, authorities say, was money. “This is not a case about fraudulent votes,” Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon told the panel. “This is also a case of the system working to detect those applications so they could be appropriately challenged and referred to law enforcement for prosecution and conviction.”He notes local elections officials noticed irregularities in the paperwork and notified authorities.Simon says his office, the elections personnel and the FBI tracked down the bad actors.We asked Robbins if the committee had found any new evidence of fraud at this point.“You know, we have not seen it,” she says. “But we are very concerned that the foundation in question gets their entire budget from federal and state grants. I want to talk to the health department and other departments that are their grantees.”Robbins says she'd like to see a process where the Secretary of State's Office would vet registration applications before they are sent out to county elections officials. But after the meeting, DFL members say they're not sure committee hearings are the best way to investigate these kinds of irregularities. “I mean, in this committee, we've had some people the press has identified. Nothing through this committee process at all,” says Rep. Dave Pinto, DFL-St. Paul. “Of course, we want to make sure our elections are secure as possible and there is access to the ballot as well. That's the belief that got discussed quite a bit.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The conspiracy theories about everything are no more including those of us who had doubts about the election process.Just three weeks to Election Day, and voter fraud and efforts to stop it were a big topic of discussion at the State Capitol.The House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee, asking some pointed questions about the criminal case involving Ronnie Williams and Lorraine Lee Combs.Federal prosecutors say during the 2021-22 election cycle, the Nevada couple filled out hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications in 13 Minnesota counties.“There doesn't seem to be a check when this group submitted the fraudulent applications,” noted Rep. Kristin Robbins, R-Maple Grove, the committee chair. “So, I don't know where that breakdown comes in.”Court documents filed in June say Williams and Combs filled out the forms with fake names, addresses, dates of birth, and social security numbers, and that an unnamed foundation paid for them.Prosecutors say the foundation paid Williams for each completed application.State lawmakers passed a law in 2023 banning that kind of pay-for-play operation, where the couple was paid based on how many applications they finished. The motive, authorities say, was money. “This is not a case about fraudulent votes,” Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon told the panel. “This is also a case of the system working to detect those applications so they could be appropriately challenged and referred to law enforcement for prosecution and conviction.”He notes local elections officials noticed irregularities in the paperwork and notified authorities.Simon says his office, the elections personnel and the FBI tracked down the bad actors.We asked Robbins if the committee had found any new evidence of fraud at this point.“You know, we have not seen it,” she says. “But we are very concerned that the foundation in question gets their entire budget from federal and state grants. I want to talk to the health department and other departments that are their grantees.”Robbins says she'd like to see a process where the Secretary of State's Office would vet registration applications before they are sent out to county elections officials. But after the meeting, DFL members say they're not sure committee hearings are the best way to investigate these kinds of irregularities. “I mean, in this committee, we've had some people the press has identified. Nothing through this committee process at all,” says Rep. Dave Pinto, DFL-St. Paul. “Of course, we want to make sure our elections are secure as possible and there is access to the ballot as well. That's the belief that got discussed quite a bit.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

State representative Walter Hudson joins Al Travis to discuss Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon's refusal to comply with a request from the DOJ to turn over voter rolls for inspection, along with the refusal of Minnesota to abide by Title IX despite assurances from the Trump administration that federal funds will be lost.Support the show

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is supporting a new bill before Congress to prohibit removal of people from state voter rolls without evidence of a change in status.And the Minneapolis City Council this morning passed an ordinance that aims to tighten accountability for negligent landlords.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

It’s our weekly Tuesday conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. This week we talk about Patrick’s column on fraud in Minnesota state government and the Reformer’s recent Q&A with Secretary of State Steve Simon about Trump’s DOJ lawsuit over access to Minnesota’s voter rolls. Find everything we talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/09/25/they-were-warned-how-state-government-kept-allowing-the-theft-of-the-peoples-money/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/a-q-a-with-secretary-of-state-steve-simon-who-the-trump-administration-is-suing-over-voter-rolls/

Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Adam and Jordana.

On "The Lead" - Jason talks with MN Secretary of State Steve Simon who's being sued by the Federal government for refusing to turn over MN voter data. Then on "Page 2" - Jason's not the only ageist!

5pm Hour: On the "DeRush-Hour" - Jason talks with MN Secretary of State Steve Simon about getting sued by the federal government for not turning over voter information. Then he's joined by Alec Lewis from "The Athletic" to talk about the Vikings trip across the pond!

With Tuesday being the day of primaries in Minnesota - there are two seats needing to be filled in Minnesota - we talked to Secretary of State Steve Simon LIVE on the WCCO Radio stage about this, we also circle back on if he would run for governor, got his thoughts on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, how he remembers Melissa Hortman and much more!

A lot to get into with Secretary of State of Minnesota Steve Simon who joins Adam and Jordana to cover a variety of topics from voter security and integrity, census changes and counts in the United States, feeling secure at the Capitol and in politics and he shares how he found out about the tragic events of the early morning on June 14th!

State Representative Walter Hudson joins Al Travis to discuss the inexplicable lapses in capitol security in Minnesota, the massive fraud which continues to go unchecked, and the refusal of Secretary of State Steve Simon to prove his claims about Minnesota's amazing election system by cooperating with Trump's DOJ.Support the show

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Ali Velshi is joined by host of “The Thom Hartmann Program,” Thom Hartmann, NBC News Correspondent David Noriega, former Arizona Governor and former DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, and author of Zeteo's “The Stakes” column John Harwood.

Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Adam and Jordana to react to Trumps plan to require citizenship to vote.

Scott Korzenowski is in for Jason. He talks to MN Secretary of State Steve Simon about the MN Appeals Court upholding a ruling requiring a signature on an absentee ballot, and why he thinks this is a good thing.

Hour 3: Scott Korzenowski is in for Jason. Why does he agree with RFK's plan to tackle processed food? And who's being warned about where NOT to travel? Then he talks with MN Secretary of State Steve Simon about a court ruling in favor of signatures on absentee ballots.

Send us a textI'm excited to welcome back my friend and political activist, Darcy McKenzie. Over the years, as our friendship has grown, we've witnessed and reflected on some major milestone moments in history. Darcy lives near the very street corner where George Floyd lost his life, and her advocacy began on local school boards before expanding into key roles supporting both local and national Democratic candidates. She's a key player in the DFL (Democratic Farmer-Labor) Party, working to advance affirmative action, outreach, and inclusion at every level of government.In this episode, we dive into the political landscape, discussing Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz and the Kamala Harris campaign. Darcy has campaigned for an impressive range of candidates, including Muslim Attorney General Keith Ellison, Representative Ilhan Omar, Jewish Secretary of State Steve Simon, and LGBTQ Representative Angie Craig. She's also been a strong advocate for women leaders, supporting Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, as well as Representatives Betty McCollum and Kelly Morrison. And while she champions diversity, she's also backed candidates like Governor Tim Walz, a "straight white guy," and now she's fully supporting Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, a Native American leader, in her run for the U.S. Senate.Together, Darcy and I unpack the weaponization of DEI and CRT, and we share where we find hope and encouragement even in today's political climate. Let's get into it.SHOW NOTESSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

Dean Phillips, when asked about his reaction to Tina Smith not running for reelection next year, took the opportunity to tell us Rep. Angie Craig should run for the seat and Secretary of State Steve Simon should run for Governor. Excellent stuff from Dean on that and much more from the political world.

The Minnesota Supreme Court will hear arguments Thursday over a power struggle in the state House of Representatives. Democratic lawmakers are boycotting the chamber to keep attendance below 68 members, which is the amount of members that has historically been needed for the chamber to start its official work. DFL Secretary of State Steve Simon has said this year is no different. House Republicans disagree and have gone ahead with business like electing a speaker. So, Simon and DFL lawmakers asked the court to step in with two different cases that could decide who has power in the house. MPR News senior politics reporter Dana Ferguson joined Minnesota Now with an update on the latest.

Democrats in the Minnesota House made good on a threat to boycott the first day of the state legislative session on Tuesday. The lack of members prompted Secretary of State Steve Simon, a Democrat, to declare an absence of quorum to do business. Republicans maintain they have authority to run the chamber and chose GOP Rep. Lisa Demuth as House Speaker.Becker County Judge Michael Fritz says he will rule "sooner rather than later" on a motion to delay the criminal trial of DFL State Sen. Nicole Mitchell until after the current legislative session.This is a MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Capitol standoff spills into court as Minnesota Legislature gets off to rocky startMinnesota prosecutor wants to keep word ‘senator' out of Nicole Mitchell trialRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Legislature begins its 2025 session in St. Paul. Lawmakers will need to set a budget between now and May. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is pledging to adjourn the House if his fellow DFLers don't show up for the opening day.And the Vikings' season is over. They lost to the Los Angeles Rams 27-9 Monday night in an NFC wild-card game. Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was pressured from the start and was sacked a NFL playoff record-tying nine times.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Five key questions as the Minnesota Legislature starts its sessionRams overwhelm Vikings 27-9 in wild-card playoff game moved because of LA wildfiresRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Now is two hours of special election coverage this Wednesday — with host Cathy Wurzer and special co-host Brian Bakst — featuring election results, reaction and analysis of the presidential and local races across Minnesota.The Minnesota House is in a virtual deadlock with the DFL and GOP each winning or leading in 67 seats — which could be the first even divide in the state house since 1979. Meanwhile, the DFL maintains control in the state Senate after winning a close special election. We hear from senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy and Secretary of State Steve Simon.Gov. Tim Walz will be heading back to Minnesota after his unsuccessful turn in the national spotlight — we get reaction from former Gov. Tim Pawlenty. Plus, we hear from the Mayor-elect of St. Cloud, who won by just over 1,000 votes.Our Gen Z political panelists join for their takes.And MPR News reporter Mark Zdechlik joins the show live from Washington, D.C., where Vice President Kamala Harris was scheduled to give a concession speech Wednesday afternoon.

Secretary of State Steve Simon joins Jordana the morning after election day.

Election day is underway and MPR News reporters and photographers were out at polling stations across the state. Minnesota Now heard from a roundup of reporters about what they're seeing on the scene in two districts with extremely close races.Millions of Minnesotans cast their votes Nov. 5. So how exactly does the process work and when will we see results? Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon joins the show to give the election rundown.It's fair to say most voters might feel a little anxious on election day. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talks about election anxiety with a professor from the University of Minnesota.

Nearly a million Minnesotans have already cast their ballots in the presidential election. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon said at this point Minnesotans voting via absentee ballot should not risk putting the ballot in the mail. Also on the ballot is a measure to renew a constitutional amendment that sets aside 40 percent of lottery proceeds for conservation projects.This is the afternoon MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Hour 1: Henry Lake is in for Jason. He talks about reacting to police brutality differently in different cases. Then he's joined by Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about early voting and how it's going.

Some voters in Zumbro Falls, a town of 155 people in southeastern Minnesota, received the wrong ballots in the mail ahead of the November election.The error comes just days after the Minnesota Secretary of State's office announced a ballot misprint in Faribault County that incorrectly identified the parties of candidates for State House District 23A.For more on the ballot misprints, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talks with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon.

A second ballot error has been found in Minnesota, this time in Wabasha County. Secretary of State Steve Simon explains how these errors happen and their impact on voter trust.A researcher is calling into question the validity of Blue Zones, areas where people live longer. Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner has details on where you can see the leaves turning and how long this beautiful weather will last.Plus, we hear a conversation with Indigenous author Rebecca Nagle about her new book chronicling the fight for tribal land.And we meet the National Rural Teacher of the Year, a special education teacher in Cook County Schools.

Elections affect all families and their children and pediatric clinicians sit at an important interface between voters and public policy as trusted community members. In this conversation with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, we discuss what families need to know about how to vote, how elections work and how to learn more about issues affecting kids. We also learn how to support our patients who are new to the polls and how to navigate tricky election issues and politics with younger kids.

Tonight on The Last Word: Gov. Tim Walz rallies union workers in his first solo campaign event. Also, eight states have abortion rights on the ballot in November. Plus, NBC News projects Trump-endorsed Eric Hovde wins the Wisconsin GOP primary and will face Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin. And secretaries of state call on Elon Musk to adopt an election information policy for X users. Rep. Mark Pocan, Dr. Kelly Morrison, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, and Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon join Ali Velshi.

Kamala Harris has enough Democratic delegate votes for the presidential nomination. But Clay Masters reports the support isn't unanimous. And Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon signed a letter to Elon Musk Monday, asking him to fix a problem with an AI search tool on X that officials say has spread misinformation on the November election.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.