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US politics: Minnesota senator Nicole Mitchell to resign after burglary conviction; Democrats risk losing one-seat majority

Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell, convicted of felony burglary, will resign by August 4th after completing legislative duties. Her conviction, stemming from breaking into her stepmother's home, intensifies political tensions in the narrowly divided Senate. Republicans criticize the delay, while Democrats expect her to honor her pledge to resign if convicted, setting the stage for a special election.