AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoImmigration Enforcement: Federal court filings allege DHS/ICE ran “Operation Puppet Master,” infiltrating Minnesota churches and union meetings and subpoenaing years of union and climate-group records during the anti-ICE protest crackdown. Elections & Voting Access: Minnesota’s primary shattered turnout records, with more than 1.1 million ballots cast, as counties certify results ahead of the state canvassing process. Statehouse Politics: DFL U.S. Senate nominee Peggy Flanagan won her primary, setting up a November matchup with GOP nominee Michele Tafoya; meanwhile, Amy Klobuchar is also moving toward the general election after winning the Democratic gubernatorial primary. Local Governance: A lawsuit trying to put Lester Park Golf Course questions on the ballot was dismissed, with a judge ruling state land-use planning law preempts the proposed ordinances. Public Health: The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for adults 50+, a new option for the fall season. Sports & Culture: The WNBA is still debating transgender eligibility after talks, while Twin Cities weekend events and a MinnPost Festival lineup update keep the spotlight on local civic life.
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