The first-term attorney general says there was enough evidence to prosecute GOP officials including state party co-chair Meshawn Maddock for submitting a false certificate claiming Trump carried the state in 2020.
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán is a former capitol reporter for Bridge Michigan.
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Michigan defies expectations, bringing in $1.7B more revenue than expected
The state offers a rosy forecast, despite the pandemic. But warning signs approach, including inflation.
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Report: More than 8,000 COVID deaths in Michigan were in long-term care
The report from the Michigan Auditor General places the death toll in long-term care higher than the state’s official count, but notes that some of those may be at facilities not required to report.
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Michigan accused of undercounting COVID deaths in long-term care facilities
The head of the state’s health department says she stands by the data, claiming a state auditor general review is politically motivated.
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Judge dismisses GOP lawsuit over Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s fundraising
Whitmer has shattered fundraising records by using a 1984 ruling that exempts candidates facing recall from limiting individual contributions.
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Battle brewing among Michigan Democrats over new political maps
The redrawn redistricting maps give Democrats the first chance in a generation to flip the Michigan Legislature. But Black leaders say it could happen at the expense of electing Black candidates.
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Michigan Black lawmakers to sue redistricting commission over new maps
The commission contended Blacks will get more political power by being spread out in multiple districts. Lawmakers disagree.
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New districts give Democrats chance to flip Michigan Legislature
Redistricting panel completes process that began in 2018 with constitutional amendment. But lawsuits over minority representation are likely.
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Congressional map adopted by Michigan panel gives Democrats 7-6 edge
Michigan’s two majority-Black congressional districts are eliminated. Eight of 14 incumbents would have to face off against each other or run in different districts.
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Michigan’s redistricting panel to make history with adoption of new maps
The state’s first-ever redistricting commission is about to adopt legislative maps for the next 10 years. But will they stand up in court?