Donald Trump pressured a top Republican to spread false claims about Michigan voting machines after the 2020 election and a campaign operative ‘sought to create chaos’ in Detroit, according to a newly unsealed court filing by special counsel Jack Smith.
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Michigan elections FAQ: Where Trump, Harris stand on economy and taxes
Harris wants middle class tax breaks but would raise taxes on big businesses. Trump wants to lower corporate taxes further, promising sweeping tax cuts and high tariffs on foreign goods to promote domestic industries. Here are the facts, and where the candidates stand.
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Michigan elections FAQ: Debate dodges, top races to watch
Bridge Michigan reporters break down the vice presidential debate, which was surprisingly civil but included some notable dodges, and highlight non-presidential races to watch in the final month before the election.
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Fact focus: False, misleading claims made in JD Vance and Tim Walz debate
From pregnancy registries to immigration numbers, housing and insulin prices, a look at false or misleading claims by JD Vance and Tim Walz in the vice presidential debate.
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Trump points to migrants with criminal pasts. Here’s what data shows
New data is latest flashpoint in presidential election. But Homeland Security says the numbers have been misconstrued.
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In Michigan, Trump woos autoworkers, blasts Harris on border. Here are facts
The former president campaigned in Walker and made a separate appearance in Warren, marking his 10th visit to the battleground state this year. Ahead of the visit, the UAW pushed back against his rhetoric about electric vehicles.
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Michigan elections FAQ: Where Trump, Harris stand on climate, Great Lakes
Harris has called climate change an;“existential threat’ to America. Trump claims it’s not an immediate problem. Here are the facts and where the candidates stand.
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Trump campaign mixes up Detroit pastors as it works to woo Black voters
Detroit Bishop Charles H. Ellis III was mistakenly named as a supporter of President Donald Trump. He’s backing Kamala Harris.
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Trump calls for 100% tariffs on cars made in Mexico
Trump’s proposal, if enacted, could cause a huge upheaval in the American auto industry.
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Crime fact check: Violence fell in ‘23, but still high in many Michigan cities
FBI crime stats released this week show violent crime fell in many Michigan cities but still remains higher than 2020. Different data sets, though, allow Trump, Harris to make their case to suit their views.