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2022 Michigan election
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Democrats will control Lansing. What will they do with it?
Democrats have control of the governor’s office and House and Senate. Their wish lists include more money for education, repealing anti-union laws and more protections for abortion, LGBTQ rights.
Posted inMichigan Government
Despite fears, Michigan election passes without intimidation or interference
Officials braced for the worst. It never happened. A report from Flint, where close scrutiny of ballots ended without incident.
Posted inTalent & Education
Democrats sweep Michigan Board of Education and MSU, UM, Wayne State races
Republicans framed the education debate in Michigan this year on culture war issues including transgender inclusion, diversity and critical race theory. But in statewide races, it was Democrats who emerged victorious.
Posted inMichigan Government
Historic ‘ass-kicking’ may prompt Michigan GOP to rethink Trump candidates
Michigan Republicans struggle with an ‘identity crisis’ after suffering major losses in the Tuesday election. It was a tough night for GOP candidates and former President Donald Trump.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Legislature: Redistricting paves way for Democrats to seize control
Given a fairer shot with new legislative districts drawn by a citizens panel, Michigan Democrats took control of both chambers of Legislature for first time in decades.
Posted inMichigan Government
2022 Michigan election updates: See all of today's Bridge news stories
Follow along Nov. 9 after the Nov. 8 vote for live updates on Michigan’s election news, including analysis from Twitter and cable networks, and updates from Bridge Michigan reporters across the state.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan women score big, poised for key leadership in Legislature
With re-election wins for statewide office and key victories among the Legislature, Michigan is toward the top of the pack for women representation in state government.
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Watch our Bridge Lunch Break event about Michigan’s election results
Bridge’s Capitol reporting team discussed the results of Tuesday’s general election in Michigan and their implications for 2023 and beyond.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan town library defunded over LGBTQ books loses vote again, may close
The Patmos Library in Ottawa County’s Jamestown Township wants to keep LGBTQ-themed books on its shelves. Not with our tax money, voters said again on Tuesday.