A Michigander who became friends with JD Vance at Yale Law School is releasing years of email correspondence and accusing him of ‘political opportunism’
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Kamala Harris pivots to wooing Michigan Arab Americans who distrusted Biden
Michigan’s Arab American community had threatened to sit out the November election over President Joe Biden’s backing of Israel. They are considering support for Harris, but wary of her possible vice president pick.
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Michigan elections FAQ: What’s next for Trump, Harris and down-ticket races?
In her pivot to presidential candidate, Kamala Harris has quickly amassed support from Michigan delegates. Bridge reporters discuss what her candidacy could mean for down-ticket state races.
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With rival's backing, Mike Rogers in ‘driver’s seat’ for U.S. Senate primary
As support consolidates around former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers in the U.S. Senate Republican primary, most observers say the August matchup is essentially a foregone conclusion that will pit Rogers against Democratic front-runner Elissa Slotkin in November.
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Michigan elections FAQ: How do clerks verify absentee ballot signatures?
A Bridge reader asks how local clerks verify absentee ballot signatures, and whether or not they account for changes over time due to age.
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Michigan Aug. 6 primary: What to know about absentee ballots, early voting
With the Michigan primary fast approaching, election officials recommend you return absentee ballots in person rather than by mail. Here’s what else you need to know.
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With Kamala Harris, Michigan Dems seek new momentum in fight for state House
In Michigan, it’s not just the presidency and competitive congressional seats on the line: Democrats are hoping to retain a precarious two-seat majority in the state House, while Republicans are equally eager to win back control.
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Michigan elections FAQ: Early voting starts Saturday for August primary
Early in-person voting for Michigan’s Aug. 6 primary begins July 27, allowing you to feed your ballot into a tabulator — just like Election Day.
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Michigan Supreme Court candidate may face disbarment — after the election
Republican Matt DePerno argues a disciplinary board decision that could stop him from serving shouldn’t matter in the election, despite that scenario offering Gov. Gretchen Whitmer another appointment on the court.
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Alpena County moves to fire library officials over sexually-themed youth books
Michigan’s book wars escalate after a library wouldn’t move a handful of books to the adult section. The move leaves officials in ‘shock’ and comes before a tax vote to keep library doors open.