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News in English (USA) / 07.02.2025 / 08:00

Minnesota House Ends Boycott with Power-Sharing Agreement

In a significant political development, the Minnesota House has ended a lengthy stalemate as Democrats and Republicans reached a power-sharing agreement, paving the way for the House to convene and start legislating after a three-week boycott. The deal comes as lawmakers aim to restore normalcy following a contentious standoff marked by lawsuits and accusations of unconstitutional actions. As part of the agreement, Representative Lisa Demuth has been elected as the first Black woman to serve as the House Speaker. Despite the resolution, the Minnesota Republican Party has initiated a recall effort targeting all House Democrats who participated in the boycott, underscoring ongoing tensions between the parties. Polls indicate widespread voter skepticism regarding GOP arguments surrounding this power struggle, suggesting a challenging road ahead for lawmakers seeking to regain public trust.
Minnesota Reformer, The Associated Press, Star Tribune, The New York Times, MPR News, FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, MinnPost, KSTP, KTTC, CBS Minnesota