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Minnesota Star TribuneMonday, 27 April 2026
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New security eyed for state officials
Attacks on Hortman, Hoffman prompt look at State Patrol unit to guard legislators.
Frames political violence through a bureaucratic and policy lens, focusing on proposed institutional responses rather than the attacks themselves.
Following physical attacks on state lawmakers during the previous year, Minnesota's legislature is debating the creation of a dedicated protective services unit within the State Patrol.
“prompt look at State Patrol unit”
“Pragmatic and region-focused”
FARMERS’ WORRIES GROW AS PLANTING SEASON ARRIVES
Minnesota growers expect rough year because of war, trade troubles.
Highlights regional agricultural anxieties driven by international conflict and trade disruptions.
Alleged shooter’s writings examined
Messages before D.C. dinner railed against Trump’s policies.
Details the investigation into a suspect's political motivations following a security breach in Washington D.C.
Trial treatment brings hope to Minnesota boy
Gillette Children’s is first to offer test of therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Provides an optimistic, human-interest focus on local medical research for a rare genetic disease.
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