AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMinnesota Elections & Voting Access: Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon condemned a Florida-based political group that allegedly entered Minneapolis polling places in “Muslim costumes,” used concealed cameras, and tried to cast doubt on state election rules; poll workers reported it and law enforcement is reviewing. Federal Surveillance & Immigration Enforcement: Court filings allege DHS ran “Operation Puppet Master,” using undercover tactics and subpoenas to surveil Minnesota progressive groups and unions during the ICE crackdown. Health Care & Cost Relief: Sen. Amy Klobuchar hit Winona to spotlight a plan to expand the health care workforce and lower premiums, while she also floated a Minnesota tax credit if federal ACA premium subsidies aren’t extended. Nursing Home Workforce: After months of delays, Minnesota won federal approval to use Medicaid dollars to set a nursing home worker wage floor—$19/hour this year and $20.50/hour in 2027. Public Safety: The BCA identified the St. Paul officer involved in an Aug. 10 use-of-force incident, where a suspect was shot after a domestic call. State Politics & Campaigns: GOP voters backed Michele Tafoya for Senate and Lisa Demuth for governor in Tuesday’s primary. Housing: HUD data shows Hennepin County lost 220 public housing units in 2025, while other counties reported mixed stability. Military: The 114th Fighter Wing completed Operation EDGECRUSHER, testing readiness across South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Sports & Culture: The Timberwolves will retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 Feb. 28 vs. the Celtics.
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