Two Democrats report bomb threats, while two others say they’ve received death threats related to a state House prayer shortly after the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Michigan Government
Citizens cannot do their job of running their government if they don’t know what their public servants are doing.
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What would a Michigan government shutdown look like? Here’s what happened before
As Whitmer ‘contingency’ plans for a state government shutdown, past plans point to potential impact, including parks and office closures, road construction delays and more.
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Michigan Democrats propose penalties for election lies
The bill aims to address a flurry of misinformation from activists around the country that has clouded the state’s elections.
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‘Credible bomb threat’ cleared from Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist’s home
Michigan Democratic Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist receives “credible bomb threat” one day after shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
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Michigan kids left behind in indigent defense system: ‘It’s absolutely critical’
Michigan funds and oversees free attorneys for adults accused of crimes. Kids are left out, but advocates are pushing for change.
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Charlie Kirk assassination denounced by Gretchen Whitmer, other targets of political violence
The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at an event in Utah had particular resonance for public figures who have experienced political violence themselves.
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Why Trump isn’t sending troops to Detroit, yet
Mayor Mike Duggan says Trump is not focused on Detroit crime or immigration because the city is working with his administration.
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Michigan Republican dies hours after beating false elector charges. Case took a ‘toll’
John Haggard suffered a stroke and died hours after learning a judge dismissed charges against him in Michigan’s so-called fake electors case. The prosecution ‘never should have happened,’ his wife said.
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Democrats, Republicans take fight over blocked bills to Michigan Court of Appeals
The Michigan Court of Appeals heard heated arguments Tuesday after Senate Democrats sued House Republicans for not sending nine potential laws to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk for likely signature.
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Fact check: Trump amplifies exaggerated Michigan ‘ghost employee’ claims
President Donald Trump is spreading an exaggerated version of state workforce claims by Michigan House Republicans. Here are the facts.