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Minnesota led the nation in farm bankruptcies in the first quarter, and farmers are anxious
Minnesota led the country in farm bankruptcies during the first quarter of 2026, continuing last year’s steady nationwide climb that was particularly steep for Midwest farmers. Eight Minnesota farmers have already filed for bankruptcy this year, double the amount for the entire year of 2024.
Governor says Indiana may have ‘flexibility’ to extend gas tax suspension again
Hoosier motorists could continue getting a break on state gas taxes beyond early June after Gov. Mike Braun said Friday that he could have the authority to extend his tax suspension under Indiana’s energy emergency law.
New laws impact foster care children, gender-affirming care for Oklahoma adults
New laws targeting transgender Oklahomans will have a “devastating impact,” a group advocating for LGBTQ+ rights said. Cole McAfee, executive director of Freedom Oklahoma, a group advocating for LGBTQ+ Oklahomans, said the Oklahoma Legislature’s targeting of transgender people has become normalized, and they are concerned that this session’s new laws will limit healthcare options and permit abusive behavior toward trans youth.
Ramaswamy vows Medicaid fraud crackdown, but his running mate helped end Ohio’s Medicaid Oversight
Vivek Ramaswamy is vowing to root out Medicaid fraud if he wins the Ohio governor’s race. But his running mate, state Senate President Rob McColley, helped dissolve the committee that used to oversee the program.
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Wisconsin GOP Rep. Dean Kaufert to retire following Heartland Signal inquiry into sexual harassment investigation
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Chedrick Greene wins Michigan special election, Dems retain control of state Senate
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