Dixon is hurting for money in her race against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and part of the reason is donors who funded Bill Schuette and Rick Snyder aren’t giving to her campaign.
Lauren Gibbons
Lauren covers state politics and policy for Bridge Michigan. Prior to joining Bridge's Capitol team, she worked at MLive, where she led coverage of the state Legislature and the redistricting process, and before that covered the state Senate for MIRS News. She has covered the ins and outs of Michigan politics for nearly a decade and has won awards both for her political coverage and her work documenting the Larry Nassar sexual abuse case. Lauren grew up in the Lansing area and graduated from Michigan State University, majoring in journalism and history. She lives in Ferndale, and her party tricks include Irish dancing and telling friends what political districts they live in without looking. Reach her at lgibbons@bridgemi.com or on Twitter @LaurenMGibbons
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan approves $846 million in aggressive bid to attract new business
Republican legislative leaders and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reached a $1 billion spending bill, with most of it going to the SOAR fund, formed to attract large-scale developments to Michigan. The deal is not without critics.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan to invest $560M on scholarships to ease college affordability crisis
State lawmakers approved a scholarship plan to provide up to $5,500 per year per student. Some 75 percent of Michigan students would be eligible.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan lawmakers reach deal on letting clerks pre-process absentee ballots
Michigan lawmakers are expected to vote Wednesday on legislation amending the state’s election process, including allowing clerks additional time to pre-process absentee ballots.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan's race for Congress: Shri Thanedar is heavy favorite in 13th District
Shri Thanedar is running in one of the nation’s most reliably Democratic districts. He’s sought to assure Detroiters worried about losing a Black representative in Congress.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s race for Congress: Rashida Tlaib up for third term in 12th District
Detroit was divided into two districts because Michigan lost a congressional seat due to stagnant population. The 12th District is reliably Democratic.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s race for Congress: Haley Stevens up for another term in 11th District
The new 11th Congressional District is solidly Democratic, meaning that U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is heavily favored on Nov. 8.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s race for Congress: John James vs. Carl Marlinga in 10th District
The 10th District is centered on Macomb County. It leans Republican and features what could be a compelling race.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s race for Congress: Lisa McClain seeks second term in 9th District
Thee new 9th Congressional District covers Michigan’s Thumb and extends into northern Macomb County. It is solidly Republican.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s race for Congress: Paul Junge vs. Rep. Dan Kildee in 8th District
The new 8th Congressional District is more competitive politically, with President Joe Biden beating Donald Trump by 2 points in 2020. The district could be a tougher test for incumbent Dan Kildee.