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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Federal Court Upholds Child’s “Emancipation” from Mother by State Agencies

The State of Minnesota is rapidly earning the dubious distinction of leading the nation in the destruction of parental rights and autonomy. A federal district court judge just dismissed a mother’s lawsuit, essentially upholding Minnesota’s very harmful and unconstitutional “emancipation statute” that allows minor children -- with the aid of outside groups -- to leave their families whenever there is conflict, as long as the child is living independently and can support himself or herself. This removes parents from decision-making or receiving information about their child's schooling, medical care, or emotional health, and it is all done without a court hearing and due process.[...]