The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that Republicans in the state House could not conduct business due to absence of a quorum caused by Democratic members' boycott during the legislative session. This decision reflects ongoing struggles for control in a politically fractured state, especially after Democrats lost their House majority. Republican lawmakers unilaterally appointed their leader as speaker despite opposition, but the court's ruling nullified this. A special election could restore balance, as party leaders scramble amid ongoing legal and political turmoil following recent elections.
Minnesota's Supreme Court determined that the Republican-controlled House couldn’t conduct business due to a lack of quorum caused by absent Democratic representatives, labeling their unilateral session invalid.
The court's decision highlights the turmoil in Minnesota's Capitol as party leaders grapple with control, following a tumultuous election cycle that led to an evenly split House.
Gov. Tim Walz faces a challenging political landscape after losing his vice-presidential bid and losing the House majority, resulting in chaotic legislative proceedings.
After a judge's ruling undermined a residency claim for a new Democrat, the tentative power-sharing agreement between parties disintegrated, impacting control of the state House.
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