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Debate Highlights Two Different Takes On AG's Office

By • Sep 22, 2020

Montana’s two attorney general candidates sparred in Sunday’s debate, showcasing the sharp contrast between how the Republican and the Democrat each view the elected position.

Supreme Court Rules Montana Program Can't Leave Out Religious Schools

By • Jul 1, 2020
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The Montana Supreme Court discriminated against religious schools when it invalidated a tax credit program that supported school choice, according to a ruling handed down by the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday.

Montana AG Opposes Federal Oversight Of Net Metering

By • Jun 17, 2020


Renewable energy industry advocates and Montana’s Attorney General are among those pushing back on an East Coast group’s petition that could put an end to the state’ rooftop solar program for net-metering.

Montana Joins Lawsuit Against 26 Drug Manufacturers For Price Fixing

By • Jun 11, 2020
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Montana is joining most other U.S. states in a lawsuit accusing 26 drug manufacturers of conspiracy and price fixing.

Trump Endorses 'Steve,' Montana Conservatives Celebrate Their Primary Wins

By & Rob Saldin & Holly Michels • Jun 5, 2020
'Campaign Beat' is Montana Public Radio's weekly political analysis program.

Favorites in the top races won their primaries but the general election may not be as predictable. President Trump plans to campaign in Montana for his favorite Steve. And hard-line conservatives celebrate legislative primary victories.

Listen now on Campaign Beat, with Sally Mauk, Rob Saldin and Holly Michels.

Attack Ads, Voter Turnout And The Republican Party's Future

By & Rob Saldin & Holly Michels • May 29, 2020
'Campaign Beat' is Montana Public Radio's weekly political analysis program.

There's still time to get your ballot in before Tuesday's primary, but you'll need to deliver it in person. Voter turnout could be heading to a new record for a primary. New ads in the Senate and gubernatorial races follow political playbooks. Democrats seek to increase Native American participation. And some key primary races could set the future direction of the state Republican Party.

Listen now on Campaign Beat, with Sally Mauk, Rob Saldin and Holly Michels.

Montana Supreme Court: Ballots Must Be Received By Election Day

By • May 27, 2020

The Montana Supreme Court today overruled a lower court order and restored the state’s Jun. 2 mail-in ballot receipt deadline for the upcoming primary.

The high court’s order means voters must get their mail-in ballots to their local election office or other drop off locations by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

2020 Primary Preview: Montana Governor's Race

By • May 22, 2020


Heading into this election cycle, Republicans control both chambers of Montana’s Legislature. If they keep those majorities and win the governor's office, it'll be the first time since 2004 the GOP could control both those branches of the Montana state government. Democrats, meanwhile, are hoping to keep their decade-and-a-half hold on the executive.

With incumbent Gov. Steve Bullock termed out, two Democrats, three Republicans, a Libertarian and a Green Party candidate are vying to become Montana’s next chief executive.

Campaign Beat: Big Money Is Pouring In To Montana's Elections

By & Rob Saldin & Holly Michels • May 22, 2020
'Campaign Beat' is Montana Public Radio's weekly political analysis program.

Outside PAC money is pouring into Montana's races for Senate and governor - one indication of how competitive those races are. But money isn't the only factor, which gives some underdogs hope. Gubernatorial candidate Mike Cooney gets criticized for participating in a campaign call in his state office. Absentee ballot collection remains a contentious issue. And Montanans likely aren't as leery as the president when it comes to voting by mail.

Listen now on Campaign Beat, with Sally Mauk, Rob Saldin and Holly Michels.

Coronavirus Shaping Governor Race As Primary Nears

By • May 21, 2020
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock and Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney talk with reporters in the State Capitol about state budget cuts, July 25, 2018.
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The battle against COVID-19 is helping shape the race for governor, giving Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney an unexpected boost as he faces Whitney Williams, a well-financed Democratic primary opponent with an extensive political network.

The pandemic has also upended the Republican race between Attorney General Tim Fox, U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte and state Sen. Al Olszewski ahead of what is now an all-mail June 2nd primary election

“With this coronavirus turning the campaign upside down, there is not one single candidate that understands what’s the best way to campaign in this environment," Olszewski said. "Nobody."

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