On this new episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with Representative Brad Tabke of Minnesota House District 54A about the ongoing legal and political issues surrounding his election and the current standoff at the Minnesota House of Representatives. 

The episode delves into the controversy surrounding missing ballots, the recount process, and Dakota County Judge Tracy Perzel's detailed and extensive ruling yesterday, which determined that Representative Tabke won the 2024 election. 

Representative Tapke provides a detailed narrative of the election disputes, the implications of the missing ballots, and the broader political standoff in the Minnesota House. 

• 00:00 Introduction to The Breakdown Podcast
• 00:18 Controversy in the Minnesota House
• 01:01 Interview with Representative Brad Tappke
• 01:53 The Election Day Roller Coaster
• 02:53 Legal Battles and Recounts
• 05:08 Court Rulings and Aftermath
• 10:57 Personal Struggles and Campaign Challenges
• 13:50 Procedural and Constitutional Issues
• 19:34 Future of the Legislative Standoff
• 25:57 Secrecy and Swearing-In Ceremony
• 27:00 Procedural Implications of a 68th Member
• 27:38 Potential Consequences and Political Drama
• 29:02 Constitutional Crisis and Uncharted Territory
• 29:45 Election Contest and Quorum Dynamics
• 34:01 Arguments and Statistical Analysis
• 39:22 Personal Reflections and Political Relationships
• 43:07 Interview Conclusion and Reflections

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

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