Lots of elbows in 4-way GOP primary to replace Kline

Minnesota Republicans are finally ready to make their pick in the 2nd Congressional District, crystallizing the field in what's likely to be a tight contest to replace one of Minnesota's most prominent members of Congress. Tuesday's Republican primary will settle a bitter four-way primary between GOP candidates eager to take over for retiring Rep. John Kline.

Lawmakers spar over new overtime rule

Lawmakers split into fierce partisan camps Thursday over the impact of the Labor Department's new overtime rule, with Republicans highlighting its negative impact on nonprofits and universities while Democrats rallied to the rule's defense. The skirmishing presaged a larger battle expected later this year when the Republican majority will attempt to roll back the department's rule.