Michigan Politics

Michigan Republicans Sue Secretary of State Over Election Training Materials

News Summary Michigan Republicans have filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for allegedly withholding requested election training…

2 months ago

Michigan Proposes New Measures to Combat EBT Fraud

News Summary Michigan lawmakers have proposed a new bill to combat fraud in the state's food assistance program by requiring…

2 months ago

Brenda Tracy Files Lawsuit Against MSU for Harassment Case Mismanagement

News Summary Brenda Tracy, a prominent advocate for sexual assault awareness, has filed a federal lawsuit against Michigan State University's…

2 months ago

Kent and Kalamazoo Counties Designated as Sanctuary Jurisdictions

News Summary The Trump administration has labeled Kent County and Kalamazoo County in Michigan as 'sanctuary jurisdictions.' This designation could…

2 months ago

Decision Made Not to Retry Former Grand Rapids Officer Schurr

News Summary The Michigan Attorney General's office announced it will not pursue a retrial for ex-officer Christopher Schurr, who faced…

2 months ago

Transportation Secretary Hosts Fundraiser Amid Controversy

News Summary Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will host a fundraiser for Republican Senate challenger Bill Huizenga in Michigan, raising concerns…

2 months ago

Former Michigan House Speaker Faces Trial for Embezzlement

News Summary Lee Chatfield, former Michigan House Speaker, and his wife, Stephanie, are set to stand trial for multiple felony…

2 months ago

Federal Trial Begins for Michigan Farm Contractor Over Labor Violations

News Summary A federal trial has commenced against Purpose Point Harvesting LLC, accused of trafficking and labor violations involving Guatemalan…

2 months ago

Detroit Residents Rally Against DTE Energy’s Rate Hike Proposal

News Summary On May 29, Detroit residents, advocacy groups, and state lawmakers protested DTE Energy's $574 million rate hike proposal…

2 months ago

Federal Order Extends Operations of J.H. Campbell Plant

News Summary The U.S. Energy Department has mandated the continuation of the J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant operations in Ottawa…

2 months ago