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News from July 2025

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Ilhan Omar criticizes Senate funding cuts for PBS/NPR and opposes new crypto legislation

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 17, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media on July 17, 2025, to express disappointment over Senate decisions affecting public broadcasting funding and criticize recently passed cryptocurrency legislation as favoring wealthy interests over working people.

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MDA offers free nitrate water testing during Farmfest 2025

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 17, 2025

Farmfest 2025 attendees are invited to visit the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's (MDA) exhibit for information on various agriculture-related programs and resources, including a free nitrate private well testing clinic.

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Federal jury convicts man for trafficking fentanyl between Minneapolis and Bemidji

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 17, 2025

Following a four-day trial, a federal jury has convicted Antonio Trevyll McGraw-Williams, 35, of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes wealth inequality and labor policy changes under Trump

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 16, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar took to social media on July 16, 2025 to voice concerns about wealth distribution and worker safety regulations following actions taken by Donald Trump's administration.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar announces leadership role on peace task force and criticizes Trump-era refugee policies

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 16, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar shared updates on July 16 regarding her appointment as Chair of the Promoting Peace and Security Task Force while also addressing U.S. policies toward Afghan refugees under former President Trump.

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MDA warns against consuming Emek Pistachio Cacao Cream due to Salmonella

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 16, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has issued a warning to consumers regarding Emek brand Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif.

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Rep. Finstad: 'I will always support the brave men & women working to keep Americans safe'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Brad Finstad, Representative of Minnesota, has expressed opposition to a controversial app alleged to endanger Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

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Rep. Stauber: One Big Beautiful Bill ensures 'our rural residents receive the best care possible'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Pete Stauber, Representative of Minnesota, announced that the One Big Beautiful Bill act will provide significant new funding to rural hospitals.

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Latin Kings member sentenced to over four years for illegal firearm possession

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Jorge Olivares, also known as “Stomper,” was sentenced to 50 months in federal prison and two years of supervised release for possessing a firearm as a felon.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar calls for defense reform and reflects on personal losses

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar shared updates via social media in July 2025 regarding her proposed amendments to the U.S. defense budget and her response to recent political events and personal loss.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes Ethiopian leadership and U.S. policies on student dissent

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar used social media on July 15, 2025 to address concerns about alleged human rights abuses in Ethiopia and criticize U.S. federal responses to student activism.

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Steve Cortes on child labor: 'This is why we need to unleash ICE in Minnesota’

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 15, 2025

Steve Cortes, President of League of American Workers, said increased ICE enforcement is needed in Minnesota to address possible child labor by illegal immigrants, referen

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VA provides 7.5% fewer home purchase loans in Minnesota in Q1

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 14, 2025

There were 842 VA home purchases in Minnesota in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2025, totaling $299.5 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Minnesota employers during 2024?

By N. M. Dunbar | Jul 14, 2025

In 2024, 4,583 H-1B petitions were filed by employers located in Minnesota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employers Data Hub.

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Minnesota: Device companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Minnesota in Q2

By T. M. Baker | Jul 12, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 15 inspections at 15 device companies from Minnesota in the second quarter of 2025.

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FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Drugs companies in Minnesota during Q2

By T. M. Baker | Jul 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from Minnesota in the second quarter of 2025.

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Minnesota ranks 28th in total VA home loans during Q1

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

Minnesota ranked 28th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 1,662 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Ilhan Omar highlights engagement with Somali diaspora and opposition to GOP budget bill

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar shared updates on her recent activities via social media posts dated July 11, 2025.

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Nfib Minnesota reviews legislative session impacts on small businesses

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

On July 9, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota hosted a webinar to review the 2025 Minnesota legislative session.

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Ilhan Omar highlights arts advocacy and Medicaid concerns in latest district updates

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 11, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar detailed recent visits to art exhibits and criticized proposed Medicaid cuts affecting local hospitals in tweets posted on July 11, 2025.