MPR News Update, AM Edition for June 9, 2017

Comey accuses White House of 'lies'; Trump says testimony gives him 'total vindication'

The president, who had not posted on his Twitter account Thursday as the former FBI director accused the administration of spreading "lies," struck back with an early morning tweet in which he said, "Wow, Comey is a leaker." | Comey testimony raises new questions about Jeff Sessions and Russia

In defeat for Theresa May, Conservatives lose majority in UK Parliament

The U.K. prime minister called the election to strengthen her stance in Brexit negotiations, but her party lost seats and now no party has an outright majority. However, she does not plan to resign.

74 Seconds podcast: The prosecution rests, the defense begins

By the fourth day of testimony, the prosecution has rested, the defense has moved for acquittal and we expect to hear soon from Jeronimo Yanez himself. | Day 9: Yanez testimony anticipated

History we don't teach: Mankato hangings an uneasy topic for MN schools

A controversial Walker Art Center sculpture reopened old wounds over the 1862 execution of 38 Dakota men. But if you're in your 30s or older, it's likely you were never taught that tragic chapter of Minnesota history. | With 'Scaffold' gone, questions about art remain

Tobacco tax cuts burn Gov. Dayton

One of the reasons Governor Mark Dayton vetoed funding for the House and Senate is that he wants lawmakers to undo tax breaks for premium cigars and other tobacco products. Key lawmakers and business owners say the tobacco tax adjustments were long overdue.

MnDOT stops Duluth bridge construction after human remains discovered

Part of the project crosses a historic Native American cemetery. The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said it's "deeply disappointed" the site was not protected.

House passes bill aimed at reversing Dodd-Frank financial regulations

The GOP-led House approved legislation that scales back the massive set of Wall Street regulations created after the 2008 financial crisis. The Financial Choice Act faces dim prospects in the Senate.

Several regents skeptical of U tuition hikes

A proposed University of Minnesota budget would increase tuition for resident undergrads by between 1 and 3 percent.

St. Paul Hmong-American gymnast leaps toward her Olympic dream -- and history

Sunisa Lee is among the country's best gymnasts. Earlier this year, the 14-year-old made the junior national team. Now, she's vying to become the first Hmong-American to represent the U.S. at the Olympics.