Panel approves plan to expand the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Next up: A full House vote?
Jordyn Hermani
As part of the Capitol team, Jordyn Hermani covers state policy and politics, tracking the Legislature, the state budget and elections. Before joining Bridge, she wrote for MLive as its statewide politics and culture reporter and for Gongwer Michigan as its state House reporter.
A 2018 graduate of Central Michigan University, Jordyn lives in Lansing with her husband and two cats.
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Benson: Michigan officials, candidates can use campaign cash for child care
New ruling ‘will help open up doors for more parents to run for office,’ says lawmaker who requested the interpretation from Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
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As Michigan minimum wage fight rages, bipartisan plan would keep tipped rate
New plan would keep a lower rate for tipped workers but still raise Michigan’s minimum wage to $15. “It’s not a partisan issue, it’s an economic issue,” said one advocate.
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With clock ticking, Michigan Dems eye ‘ghost gun,’ bump stock bans
Gun manufacturers could also face legal liability for deaths under bills Democrats are lining up for potential votes in the lame-duck session.
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Pass or fail: How Trump’s education plans could impact Michigan kids
Trump says he’ll close the Department of Education and crack down on ‘Marxist maniacs infecting’ colleges. Will he follow through?
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Michigan incoming House Speaker Matt Hall: GOP will ‘get stuff done’
The Kalamazoo County Republican predicts a more prolific year in 2025, even with divided control of government.
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In Michigan House, time for Democrats is running out. What to expect
Republicans retook control of the state House on Tuesday, giving Democrats just weeks to pass their wish lists and pet projects. Expect a frantic finish.
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Michigan presidential election is over. Canvassing, certification are next
Here’s what Michigan still needs to do to finalize Donald Trump’s presidential win.
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Barrett, McDonald Rivet, Scholten, James win key Michigan US House races
Michigan Republicans flipped one US House seat to reclaim a majority in the state delegation.
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Trans rights fight returns as wedge in Michigan elections
Biden changed Title IX rules to protect LGBTQ kids in schools. Now, conservatives are running to change it back.