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Rep. Stauber on Iran strikes: 'Trump's decision to surgically remove this threat was decisive leadership'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Pete Stauber, Representative of Minnesota, said that President Trump's military strike against Iranian nuclear sites demonstrated decisive leadership and advanced peace through strength.

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Rep. Fischbach: 'The One Big Beautiful Bill unleashes U.S. energy—good for producers, consumers, security, and economy'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Michelle Fischbach, Representative of Minnesota, said that the One Big Beautiful Bill will enhance American energy production and support security, economic growth, and consumers.

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53 H-1B petitions filed by Construction employers classified under the Construction industry in Minnesota in 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Employers classified under the Construction industry based in Minnesota submitted 53 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Average VA home loan amount in Minnesota falls in Q1

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Minnesota during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $349,317, a 0.7% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Minnesota Legislature concludes special session with new budget amid looming deficits

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 27, 2025

The Minnesota Legislature held a special session on June 9 to finalize the state's budget for Fiscal Years 2026-2027.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Minnesota average $349,925 for Q1

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Minnesota for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 averaged $349,925, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Feeding Our Future fraud: Asad Mohamed Abshir pleads guilty

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Asad Mohamed Abshir has admitted to one count of money laundering in connection with the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, as revealed by Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

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Minnesota man sentenced for distributing fentanyl hidden in stuffed animals

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Robiel Lee Williams has been sentenced to 120 months in prison and five years of supervised release for his involvement in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy.

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Forty-eighth conviction reached in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Asad Mohamed Abshir has pleaded guilty to one count of money laundering in connection with the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

FOIA request sent to Winona County Sheriff's Office regarding monthly arrest report on June 25, 2025

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 25, 2025

FOIA Request to Winona County Sheriff's Office regarding monthly arrest report and mugshots on June 25, 2025.

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NFIB to discuss outcomes of Minnesota's 2025 legislative session

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 25, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is set to host a virtual discussion on the outcomes of the 2025 Minnesota legislative session.

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Minnesota grants aid new farmers with essential equipment costs

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 25, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has launched a grant program aimed at supporting new farmers with equipment and infrastructure costs.

FOIA request sent to Houston County Sheriff's Office regarding monthly arrest report on June 25, 2025

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 25, 2025

FOIA Request to Houston County Sheriff's Office regarding monthly arrest report and mugshots on June 25, 2025.

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38 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry in Minnesota in 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

Employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry based in Minnesota submitted 38 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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VA Purchase Loans in Minnesota average $361,672 for Q4 2024

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Minnesota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $361,672, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Rep. Stauber: 'Under the failed leadership of Tim Walz, Minnesota has become a magnet for illegal immigrants'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Pete Stauber, Representative of Minnesota, has criticized Governor Tim Walz's policies, claiming they attract illegal immigration and undermine the priorities of state residents.

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Rep. Fischbach on One Big Beautiful bill: 'The average American will benefit from these tax cuts'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Representative Michelle Fischbach of Minnesota said that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act provides meaningful tax relief to middle-class Americans while opposing Democratic tax hike proposals.

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Rep. Finstad on rural tax relief: 'The One Big Beautiful Bill Act delivers wins for farmers and rural America'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Brad Finstad, Representative of Minnesota, said that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will provide crucial tax stability and long-term support to farmers and rural families.

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Former Rep. Lewis: 'Headlines still say trafficker was ‘wrongly deported married man’ who was finally returned'

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Jason Lewis, a former Representative from Minnesota, has raised concerns about media portrayals of a trafficker's deportation, suggesting they reflect partisan bias and questioning the transparency of their reporting.

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Fraudster sentenced for defrauding California electronics manufacturer

By Minnesota State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Thomas Thanh Pham, a serial fraudster, has been sentenced to 84 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for defrauding an electronics manufacturing business.