The proposal would undo most of the proposals under a Republican-led ballot initiative that also could go before voters.
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán is a former capitol reporter for Bridge Michigan.
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Michigan political districts to face third lawsuit, alleging Republican bias
League of Women Voters, other groups target Michigan House map. Groups representing Democrats and Republicans also have sued the redistricting panel.
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The Michigan redistricting panel is done mapping. Now it’s time for drama.
Commissioners swap insults, accuse the chair of bullying and vote to spend $50,000 on a documentary about themselves in the face of a nearly $1 million deficit.
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Whitmer: Cut taxes, boost schools. Michigan GOP agrees, but devil’s in details
Tax relief. Historic school funding increases. More money for mental health. Gov. Whitmer’s pledges in her fourth State of the State align with some Republican priorities. Can they find common ground?
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Michigan redistricting panel’s top attorney quits amid two court challenges
Julianne Pastula’s resignation came hours after oral arguments in one of the two legal challenges pending against the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission.
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Detroit caucus to court: Don’t make Blacks ‘sacrificial lamb’ of redistricting
Michigan Supreme Court hears oral arguments over racial composition of new districts. Makers of the maps say minorities don’t need to be in majority to elect candidates.
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Gov. Whitmer, don’t forget these four pressing issues facing Michigan
The first-term Democrat is set to deliver her 2022 State of the State address on Wednesday. From mental health and sagging test scores to COVID and the economy, she has a lot on her plate.
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Lee Chatfield raised millions, traveled often. Michigan law kept much secret
The former House speaker and associates raised millions in campaign cash and dark money. Now, spending on food, travel and a connected company is under scrutiny as he faces assault claims.
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Republicans sue redistricting commission over congressional map
The suit claims the districts violate the constitution because they don’t have even populations. One of the plaintiffs is challenging Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for re-election.
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Trump backers inch closer to ballot measure to overhaul Michigan vote audits
Voters could decide whether a political board should conduct post-election audits rather than the Secretary of State. Boosters say it’s a transparency measure. Foes say it’s dangerous.