Minnesota Democrats | Audacy

Busy travel week with MEA and concern at MSP Airport about the government shutdown Metropolitan Airports Commission says despite disruptions elsewhere, for now operations are smooth at MSP

October 13, 2025
Still no special session to address gun safety as Gov. Walz and DFL leaders lack common ground with Republicans Walz says GOP leadership stopping them from having a vote is "very, very frustrating"

October 6, 2025
Gov. Walz, DFL leaders call for special session to address gun violence but without support from GOP leaders The special session would be held on Monday October 6 at the State Capitol

September 30, 2025
Is hope fading for those calling for a special session to address gun laws? "Talks are ongoing, I remain open to a deal where we can come in and get something done," said Gov. Tim Walz

September 25, 2025
Former state Sen. Nicole Mitchell sentenced to work release and probation for burglarizing stepmother's home "Your Honor, I deserve to be here today," Mitchell told the judge before sentencing Tuesday

September 23, 2025
A bumpy start for the bipartisan Gun Violence Prevention Working Group at the state capitol DFL Chair Sen. Ron Latz says they received a number of proposals but the responses have not been bipartisan

September 17, 2025
Gun control advocates converge on state capitol hoping to bring change following a summer of gun violence "It is kind of a call to order either way, and from my perspective, a call to action," says Sen. Ron Latz (DFL)

September 15, 2025
What to expect in the Minnesota House special election Control of the Minnesota House will be at stake Tuesday in a special election to replace the late Melissa Hortman

September 12, 2025
No word on a special legislative session as gun control reform runs into a political divide following Annunciation shooting Republicans in Minnesota appear willing to debate more gun safety but stop short of assault weapons ban

September 8, 2025
Gov. Tim Walz plans to call a special session to address gun laws but challenges with Republicans await House Speaker Lisa Demuth (R) says any special session needs to include things beyond more gun control

September 3, 2025