Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., announced Thursday she won't run for re-election and will instead retire after the end of her term in 2026. -
Sen. Tina Smith won't run for reelection in Minnesota next year
Democratic U.S. Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota announced on Thursday that she will not run for reelection next year.CBS News - 4d -
Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith announces she won't seek reelection in 2026
Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith (D) will not run for reelection in 2026, opening up a seat in the Democratic-leaning state, she announced Thursday. Smith said in a video posted to the social platform X ...The Hill - 5d -
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Flanagan announces intent to run for U.S. Senate
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced she plans to run for U.S. Senate on the same day Sen. Tina Smith announced she will not be seeking reelection next year.CBS News - 5d -
Rep. Angie Craig 'giving serious consideration' to running for Minnesota Senate seat
Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) said she is “giving serious consideration” to running for a Minnesota Senate seat. “I am giving serious consideration to the open Senate seat in Minnesota,” Craig said ...The Hill - 1d -
Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy warns of Trump's 'assault on the Constitution'
In an interview on ABC News' "This Week" on Sunday, Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy warned of an "assault on the Constitution" under President Donald Trump.ABC News - Feb. 9 -
Stephen A. Smith on potential White House bid: Democrats 'suck right now'
Pundit Stephen A. Smith again raised the possibility of a presidential run as a Democrat, blasting the party in the process and saying it has no obvious candidate to take on Republicans in the next ...The Hill - 7h -
Sen. Andy Kim: Democrats may shut down government to oppose Trump 'if we have to'
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) weighs whether Democrats should consider a government shutdown to prevent President Trump’s legislative agenda from advancing ...NBC News - Feb. 9 -
Nature: Bison in Minnesota
We leave you this Sunday with Bison at a very snowy Blue Mounds State Park near Luverne, Minnesota. Videographer: Kevin Kjergaard.CBS News - 2d -
Sen. Hagerty announces re-election bid
Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) is running for reelection in 2026, ending speculation about a potential gubernatorial bid to succeed term-limited Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R). “I am pleased to announce ...The Hill - 6d -
Thune: Michigan, Minnesota Senate seats likely pickup opportunities for GOP
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) suggested Friday that open Senate seats in Michigan and Minnesota could serve as potential pickup opportunities for Republicans in 2026. “I think they ...The Hill - 4d -
What does Minnesota's open Senate seat mean for the 2026 midterms?
Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota announced Thursday she will not run for reelection in 2026. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall joins "America Decides" to discuss what Smith's ...CBS News - 4d -
5 New Yorkers charged in disappearance, death of Minnesota transgender man
Five people have been arrested and charged in New York in connection with the disappearance and death of a 24-year-old Minnesota transgender man who was reported missing earlier this week, ...NBC News - 3d -
5 arrested in New York for the murder of transgender Minnesota man
Five people in New York have been arrested in connection with the killing of a transgender man from Minnesota. Authorities say the victim was tortured for over a month. Shanelle Kaul has more.CBS News - 1d -
Fin Smith delivers after 'rabbit in headlights' start
Fin Smith admits he started "like a rabbit in the headlights" on his first Test start before settling down to produce a man-of-the-match performance in England's last-gasp victory over France.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Smith blasts Newton for calling Panthers 'losers'
Former Carolina star wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. took exception to comments made by ex-teammate Cam Newton, who said the Panthers were "losers" before he arrived in 2011 as the franchise's No. 1 ...ESPN - 6d -
Sen. Adam Schiff calls for federal firefighters to be exempt from hiring freeze
Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on Friday called on several U.S. agencies to exempt seasonal wildland firefighters from the ongoing federal hiring freeze, as concerns about federal readiness for future ...NBC News - Feb. 8 -
Feb. 9 – NSA Mike Waltz, Sen. Andy Kim and Amanda Gorman
National Security Adviser Mike Waltz defends President Trump’s plan for a Gaza takeover. Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) talks about Trump’s dismantling of USAID. Poet Amanda Gorman discusses book banning ...NBC News - Feb. 9 -
Sen. Bill Hagerty says he believes there is a "tremendous appetite" to dismantle USAID
Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty of Tennessee, an ally of President Trump, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he believes there is a "tremendous appetite" for Mr. Trump to dismantle and ...CBS News - Feb. 9 -
Sen. McConnell's health concerns raise questions over ability to serve
The recent concerns over the health of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell are reigniting debate about when it's time for lawmakers to step aside. NBC News' Ryan Nobles has more on the concerns.NBC News - 5d -
Full interview: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan speaks with ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, who is in Germany for the Munich Security Conference. Watch ...CBS News - 2d -
Transcript: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with GOP Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 16, 2025.CBS News - 2d -
EU Conditionally Approves International Paper's $7.16 Billion DS Smith Buy
The European Commission said that the parties’ offer to sell five of International Paper’s plants in Europe fully addresses its competition concerns over the deal.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 24 -
Why the N.F.L. Hired Kyle Smith as Its New Fashion Editor
Kyle Smith’s job isn’t quite like any other in professional sports.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
Forget the Smiths, French pack could cause panic on the pitch in London
If England are blown away up front, Will Smith might as well be playing fly-half for all the difference it will make. Once upon a time France headed to London with a certain amount of trepidation. ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
Fin Smith's composure gives England vital new dimension - Dawson
Rookie fly-half Fin Smith showed England there is another way to play after stepping in for maverick Marcus Smith says Matt Dawson.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Marcus Smith can become England’s pinch hitter with a licence to thrill
Fin Smith’s control at fly-half looks the better option but that need not mean the end of the Harlequin’s Test career. All too often, both in life and rugby, people prefer to stick to a certain ...The Guardian - 5d -
Smith Rowe and Bassey cook up Fulham victory as Nottingham Forest stumble
Wait long enough in football and you will eventually see almost everything. Calvin Bassey is a defenders’ defender. He stops opponents scoring. He is quick and good in the air. He is very good at ...The Guardian - 3d -
Wrexham continue L1 push as Smith gets off mark
Record signing Sam Smith scored his first goal for Wrexham as the League One promotion hopefuls strolled to a 2-0 victory over Northampton Town on Saturday.ESPN - 2d -
Borthwick sticks with Marcus Smith as England’s goal-kicker for Calcutta Cup
Harlequin missed important kicks in win against France ‘He’s a world class goal-kicker so it’s very simple’ Steve Borthwick has given the “world class” Marcus Smith a vote of confidence as ...The Guardian - 6h -
The Democratic Party is not dead yet
Democrats can’t ignore the Americans’ disillusionment with our political institutions. They need to offer a plausible and persuasive message of change.The Hill - Feb. 10 -
A Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently
Representative Jake Auchincloss discusses how the Democratic Party can offer meaningful alternatives to voters.The New York Times - 14h -
Democrats lack a message and a messenger
They killed not one, but two Democratic 2024 presidential campaigns.The Hill - 10h -
Best Running Shoes (2025): Asics, Hoka, Nike, On Running
We clocked thousands of test miles to bring you the best running shoes for every pace, ability, and running goal.Wired - 6d -
Minnesota Vikings 2025 NFL offseason preview: A great spot regardless of Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy decision
The Vikings, despite their stumble at the finish line, are coming off of their best season in years.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
From the same Minnesota hill that produced Lindsey Vonn, Paula Moltzan wins bronze at ski worlds
Finishing fourth when medals are on the line can feel like cruel punishmentABC News - 5d -
The 8 Cities in the Running for W.N.B.A. Expansion
Bids for the 16th franchise were due on Jan. 30, resulting in a flurry of interest.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Sen. Andy Kim says he's open to shutting down the government if Trump continues dismantling agencies
Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., on Sunday indicated that he's open to shutting down the government ahead of a key government funding deadline if the Trump administration continues reshaping the federal ...NBC News - Feb. 9
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Judge denies states' bid to curtail DOGE's powers
A coalition of 14 states wants to block the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, from accessing federal data systems and making personnel decisions at agencies.NBC News - 1h -
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Hiring freeze of firefighters could be deadly, Forest Service captain warns
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Veteran federal prosecutor resigns over bank freeze order from Trump appointee
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