# Minnesota Politics and Healthcare Struggles | Minneapolis News

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Podcast: [Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minneapolis-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564425)
Published: 2026-09-11T13:57:29+00:00
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Republican Eric Pratt’s campaign in Minnesota’s 2nd District takes a hit after his field director is ousted over inflammatory 2026 social media posts identifying him as a “White Christian Nationalist” and targeting trans people, immigrants, and religious minorities. Meanwhile, a Hugo woman sentenced to 180 hours of community service was found guilty of threatening Rep. Lisa Demuth, the GOP’s gubernatorial candidate. In healthcare, 150 doctors at Allina hospitals prep for a four-day strike amid stalled negotiations, while hospice nurses have already begun a seven-day walkout — all as Sutter Health eyes a potential acquisition. Attorney General Keith Ellison’s office sues two developers accused of exploiting Somali Muslims with predatory “interest-free” contracts disguised as deeds. And in a landmark moment, St. Cloud’s DQ becomes the first Somali-American to win the Acme Comedy Club’s Funniest Person Contest — joining a legacy that includes Nick Swardson. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0882393fb9f3208d

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