Matthew DePerno is a Republican lawyer challenging Attorney General Dana Nessel on Nov. 8. Here’s what you need to know about him.
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.
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Dana Nessel: What to know about Michigan Democratic attorney general
Attorney General Dana Nessel is seeking a four-year second term against Republican challenger Matthew DePerno. Here’s what you need to know about her.
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Michigan absentee ballots mailed this week for Nov. 8 election: What to know
What to know about how to register to vote, when to request absentee ballots and more in Michigan.
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Who are the five candidates running for Michigan Supreme Court?
All five candidates for the Michigan Supreme Court spoke at a Wednesday night forum about what they hope to bring to the state’s highest court. Learn more about an under-the-radar race that carries big consequences for how state laws are interpreted.
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Special prosecutor: More investigation needed in DePerno vote tabulator case
It’s unclear whether a decision on charging GOP attorney general candidate Matthew DePerno will come before the Nov. 8 election.
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Michigan Republicans shift pitches to voters weary of election fraud claims
Republican hopefuls hoping to advance in the primaries had to echo false claims that Donald Trump won the 2020 election. Most now have changed the subject.
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Gretchen Whitmer: Federal grant could keep open Palisades nuclear plant
The company that owns the Palisades facility, Holtec International, applied for a federal grant to keep the plant operational on July 5. Whitmer submitted a letter in support of the plan Friday.
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Voting rights ballot measure: What Proposal 2 would change in Michigan
The proposal would allow for early voting and expand access to absentee voting. Opponents argue it could put election security at risk.
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Michigan’s existing abortion ban is unconstitutional, judge rules
Court of Claims Judge Elizabeth Gleicher issued an opinion Wednesday permanently barring enforcement of Michigan’s long-dormant abortion ban, although appeals are expected.
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Proposed changes to term limits officially headed to Michigan ballot
The Michigan Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a challenge to a Legislature-backed ballot initiative that would change requirements for legislative term limits.