AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSt. Paul Encampments: As winter approaches, St. Paul’s plan gives residents 60 days of outreach before a homeless encampment can close, unless there’s an immediate risk. Residents and activists are pressing the city for long-term housing, while nearby neighbors raise safety concerns. AI and State Law: xAI won a temporary court order blocking Minnesota from enforcing its ban on AI-generated nude images, including images of minors. The constitutional dispute remains unresolved. Republican Leadership: State Sen. Jordan Rasmusson of Fergus Falls will lead Senate Republicans as minority leader for the 2027–28 session, succeeding Mark Johnson. New DFL Majority: Democrats will control Minnesota’s governorship and Legislature in January. Governor-elect Amy Klobuchar has promised an assault-weapons ban, while lawmakers face questions about taxes, schools and fraud oversight. Peggy Flanagan’s Senate victory also makes her the first Native American woman elected to the chamber. Close House Race: Democrat Jake Johnson leads Republican Brad Finstad by 321 votes in Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District; Finstad has called for a recount.
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