Scrutiny intensifies after reports of Trump campaign contacts with Russian intelligence officials. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez.

A report from the legislative auditor found the use of luxury suites at U.S. Bank Stadium to be unethical. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant.

Senate showdowns still await some of President Trump's cabinet nominees and his Supreme Court selection. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez.

Gov. Mark Dayton's cancer diagnosis comes amid debate over state priorities. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant.

What does the turbulent transition presage for President-elect Trump? Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice.

The president-elect held his first news conference since July. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez.

Political focus shifts to St. Paul as the 2017 legislative session commences. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Lori Sturdevant.

A new name – and new policies – may be in store for efforts to counter violent extremism. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Jill Burcum.

President-elect Donald Trump chooses a secretary of state amid allegations of Russian influence in the U.S. election . Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and Patricia Lopez.

From choosing cabinet secretaries to methods of communication, nearly every aspect of President-elect Trump's transition is unprecedented. Hear the "Playing Politics" analysis from WCCO Radio's John Williams and the Star Tribune Editorial Board's John Rash and D.J. Tice.