In this bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, host Michael Brodkorb discusses the ongoing legislative standoff in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
House Republican Majority Leader Harry Niska shares the latest developments and discusses a lawsuit filed by the House Republicans against Secretary of State Steve Simon.
Next, Democratic pundit Julius Hernandez offers his perspective on the standoff between Republicans and Democrats in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
Get an in-depth look at the legal battles, the political maneuvers, and the constitutional arguments shaping this intense political scene.
- 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
- 00:47 Interview with Republican House Majority Leader Harry Niska
- 01:07 Details of the Legislative Standoff
- 03:47 Legal Actions and Quorum Issues
- 06:42 Discussion on Legislative Procedures
- 14:21 Interview with Democratic pundit Julius Hernandez
- 17:31 Debate on Quorum and Legislative Power
- 31:27 Election Results and House Rules
- 32:03 House Membership and Rules Compliance
- 33:23 Special Treatment and Political Dynamics
- 36:00 Power Sharing and Legislative Responsibilities
- 37:41 Debate on House Authority and Membership
- 41:46 Compromise and Political Strategy
- 46:37 Concluding Remarks and Final Thoughts
The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week!