The Minnesota Legislature is currently embroiled in a significant power struggle as House Democrats boycott the opening session in protest of Republican tactics. Tensions escalated when House Republicans elected a speaker despite the absence of many Democrats, prompting legal actions and calls for intervention from the state Supreme Court. Governor Walz has urged lawmakers to resolve the ongoing dispute, which has created a climate of uncertainty affecting legislative operations, including critical budget discussions. Amidst accusations of a power grab and a constitutional crisis, Democrats have taken legal steps against Republicans, further complicating the political landscape in Minnesota.