Minnesota Senate Narrowly Approves Recreational Cannabis Legalization

Minnesota lawmakers, led by Democrats, have passed a series of liberal policies, including legalizing recreational marijuana, expanding abortion rights, and offering driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants. The state has also set a goal to transition to clean energy by 2040 and expanded voting rights. Republicans have criticized the policies as extreme and fiscally irresponsible. The legislative session is expected to end on May 22, with Democrats hoping to pass laws on gun regulations and paid family leave. The new marijuana law includes provisions to expunge criminal records and fund substance abuse and law enforcement programs.