Minnesota Republicans push controversial "Trump derangement syndrome" bill

The Minnesota Republican Party has introduced a bill to classify "Trump derangement syndrome" as a mental illness. This move is seen as part of a trend of extreme legislative actions by Republicans, which some believe could negatively affect Minnesota if they gain control. A resident of Iowa, Tim Wagner, warns Minnesotans about these possible impacts. He cites Iowa’s experience, where changes to education funding have led to significant losses for public schools. Iowa now provides funding for parents who choose to send their children to private schools, which has drained resources from public education. Wagner mentions that Iowa's public schools have faced closures while private school enrollment has increased. In his hometown, the local school has lost many students to private institutions. This new funding model is costing Iowa's public school system millions of dollars. Additionally, Iowa has a trust fund for conservation efforts that remains unfunded due to legislative inaction. Wagner notes that despite public support, the legislature has refused to approve a necessary sales tax increase to fund it. He also highlights environmental issues in Iowa, including topsoil loss and agricultural pollution. As Iowa faces rising cancer rates and various legislative restrictions, Wagner warns that Minnesota may follow a similar path if not vigilant. He urges Minnesotans to consider the consequences of adopting policies similar to Iowa's.