Minnesota court ruling could give Republicans majority in state House due to residency disqualification.

A Minnesota court ruled that Democratic candidate Curtis Johnson did not meet residency requirements for his district, potentially giving Republicans a 67-66 majority in the state House. Democrats plan to appeal the decision, but if upheld, a special election would be needed to fill Johnson's seat. This outcome could shift Minnesota back to divided government after two years of full Democratic control.

December 20, 2024
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