D.C. Memo
D.C. Memo: Our house, in the middle of the (mining) lease
Klobuchar’s big debate night; Jared and Ivanka rent a house; legislation galore; and more.
Gabe Schneider
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National
In debate debut, Klobuchar avoids head-on clashes with rivals
Without naming him, at most, it seemed like Klobuchar disagreed most with Sanders. But fate (or more likely randomized selection) did not place him on the debate stage.
National
What to watch for as Klobuchar takes to the presidential debate stage for the first time
Klobuchar and 9 rivals for the Democratic nomination take the stage at 8 p.m. this evening in Miami in the first presidential primary debate.
National
Rep. Omar, alongside Sen. Bernie Sanders, releases student-debt cancellation bill
Omar’s portion of the package directs the Department of Education to cancel all student loans taken out since 1965 within 180 days of the bill being signed.
National
Craig bill would ban former members of Congress from lobbying
On Friday, Second District Rep. Angie Craig introduced the Halt Unchecked Member Benefits with Lobbying Elimination — or HUMBLE — Act.
D.C. Memo
D.C. Memo: Getting out of your comfort food zone
This week in Washington, Ilhan Omar takes center stage, while Amy Klobuchar will not be center stage at the upcoming debate.
Environment
What is Amy Klobuchar’s stance on copper-nickel mining?
Minnesota’s senior senator has long been a champion of the iron industry. Her position on copper-nickel mining, however, remains something of a mystery — to those on both sides of the issue.
National
Klobuchar to appear on first night of Miami debate, alongside Warren, Booker, others
Klobuchar’s debate will air on June 26 from 8-10 p.m. central time.
D.C. Memo
D.C. Memo: Two times the contempt
Minnesotans object to Trump Cuba policy; NRCC kerfuffle; Jason Lewis contemplates political comeback; and more.
National
Why Minnesotans — in Congress and out — were so disappointed with Trump’s decision to restrict travel to Cuba
Minnesota lawmakers and other advocates for a more open relationship with the island say the Trump administration’s approach moves Cuba policy backwards.
