Minnesota paid leave law takes effect Jan. 1, granting workers up to 20 weeks of benefits, but critics say the program could be exploited for fraud.
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Dem governor-elect taps Crockett’s former ‘chief brand strategist’ for top DEI role
Soon-to-be Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has tapped a former “chief brand strategist” for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, to serve in the state’s top DEI role.
Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesses
Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.
Congress fails to save Obamacare subsidies after shutdown fight, premiums set to surge
Congress fails to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies before the Dec. 31 deadline as both sides try to find common ground on a bipartisan solution when they return in the new year.
Democrat Renee Hardman wins Iowa state Senate seat, blocking GOP from reclaiming a supermajority
Democrat Renee Hardman was elected to the Iowa state Senate on Tuesday in a year-end special election, denying Republicans from reclaiming two-thirds control of the chamber.
Flashback: Inside the political movement that put a socialist in charge of New York City
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is prepared to implement his socialist agenda as New York City’s mayor, promising rent freezes and free childcare after his historic victory.
Minnesota Dem Senate candidate faces call from opponent to apologize over viral ‘pandering’ hijab video
Minnesota GOP candidate David Hann demands public apology from Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan over hijab video amid alleged fraud scandal in Somali community.
Inside the Trump-Musk split: How America’s most powerful bromance imploded into the biggest breakup of 2025
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s relationship soured in 2025 when Musk criticized Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, leading to a political breakup that played out on social media.
Minnesota GOP lawmakers cite Constitution in call for Walz to resign over fraud crisis
Republican lawmakers call on Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to resign over alleged fraud scandal that could cost taxpayers up to $9 billion in losses.
Year of ICE rage: Top 5 Democrat meltdowns as Trump revives hard-line deportation agenda
Political tensions escalated as Democratic officials from California, Arizona and New Jersey opposed President Donald Trump’s ICE raids targeting illegal immigrants.