In their first debate, Whitmer and Dixon sparred over abortion, the economy, crime, the roads and COVID. What was true, false and needed a lot more context.
Lauren Gibbons
Lauren Gibbons covers state politics and government for Bridge Michigan, tracking the Michigan Legislature, elections and the impact of federal policy on the state. Before joining Bridge, she led Legislature and redistricting coverage at MLive and covered the state Senate for MIRS News. She has covered Michigan politics for more than a decade, winning awards for her political and criminal justice reporting.
A Lansing native who graduated from Michigan State University, Lauren is now based in Ferndale. Her party tricks include telling friends which political districts they live in without looking.
Posted inMichigan Government
Big money donors shunning Tudor Dixon, Michigan Republican ticket
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.
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.