‘We should have a 51st state.’ Lawmaker calls for St. Louis leaving Missouri.
During debate Wednesday, March 12, 2025, on a state takeover of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, state Rep. Michael Burton, D-Lakeshire, suggested making St. Louis, St. Louis County and St. Charles County the 51st state.
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During debate Wednesday on a state takeover of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, state Rep. Michael Burton, D-Lakeshire, suggested making St. Louis, St. Louis County and St. Charles County the 51st state.
Missouri has repealed a law that snatches money from prisoners, leaving them with few options to rebuild their lives after being released.
