Minnesota House Democrats Boycott Legislative Session Over GOP Control Dispute

Minnesota Democrats boycott the House session, protesting GOP's move to install leadership amid a disputed majority, raising legal and procedural questions.

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Overview

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Minnesota House Democrats staged a boycott on the opening day of the 2025 session, protesting Republican maneuvers following a residency ruling that granted the GOP a temporary majority. With the House equally divided, Democrats argue that a quorum of 68 is necessary for proceedings, while Republicans claim 67 suffices. Amidst ongoing negotiations and plans for a special election on January 28, the legitimacy of GOP actions, including the election of a new speaker, is expected to be contested in court.

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