Michigan Politics

In the last 4 hours

AG Nessel Files Lawsuit Against Vehicle Service Contracts Company for Deceptive Business Practices Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:00

AG Nessel Encourages Public to Watch Out for Common Phishing, Skimming Scams at Detroit Auto Show Michigan State Government (Press Release)15:09

Earlier today

Michigan Democrat won't caucus with her 'disconnected party': 'Better off by myself' Fox News04:21

Michigan legislature passes school safety bills three years after Oxford shooting The Michigan Daily01:19

Yesterday

Democratic National Committee Holds Party Chair Forum in Detroit C-Span (Video)21:20 16-Jan-25

House committee advances bills to slow minimum wage increases, scale back paid sick leave guarantee Michigan Public18:32 16-Jan-25

Trump selects Dearborn Muslim cleric for inauguration prayer Flint Journal, Michigan16:16 16-Jan-25

Republicans launch Michigan 'election integrity' panel Bridge Magazine16:05 16-Jan-25

Michigan-made garbage truck that Trump rode in during campaign to be part of inauguration parade Saginaw News, Michigan16:03 16-Jan-25

AG Nessel Re-issues Alert on Disaster Relief and Charity Scams Amid Los Angeles Wildfires Michigan State Government (Press Release)13:12 16-Jan-25

Tipped wage bill gains bipartisan support in Michigan House amid looming deadline Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan12:43 16-Jan-25

Where Michigan Republicans plan to find $3.14B for road repairs Saginaw News, Michigan12:40 16-Jan-25

Will Arab Americans flip Michigan? Patrick Ruffini11:12 16-Jan-25

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Speaks at Detroit Auto Show C-Span (Video)09:46 16-Jan-25

Whitmer says she’s ready to work with Trump and Republicans in Detroit Auto Show address WEMU FM06:18 16-Jan-25

In the last 7 days

House bills would exempt UP gas generators from clean energy legislation Michigan Public23:57 15-Jan-25

Whitmer talks tariffs, China and Trump at Detroit Auto Show visit FOX 2 Detroit23:25 15-Jan-25

Whitmer visits Detroit Auto Show, talks working with new Trump administration FOX 2 Detroit23:05 15-Jan-25

Whitmer says she’s ready to work with Trump, Republicans in auto show address WEMU FM19:37 15-Jan-25

Detroit Evening Report: Former Detroit Council President Saunteel Jenkins announces bid for mayor WDET18:51 15-Jan-25

Rent control can be an answer to Michigan’s housing woes, says rep reintroducing bill Flint Journal, Michigan16:51 15-Jan-25

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she’s ready to work with Donald Trump The Washington Times16:34 15-Jan-25

Stateside: Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 Michigan Public16:04 15-Jan-25

AG Nessel Takes Action to Protect Affordable Care Act Access for DACA Recipients Michigan State Government (Press Release)15:08 15-Jan-25

Whitmer stresses bipartisanship in first major address since Trump won Michigan Washington Examiner13:48 15-Jan-25

Gov. Whitmer: ‘I will always seek collaboration first’ when working with Trump WNEM13:35 15-Jan-25

5 Michigan health centers get $2.5M to expand hours Grand Rapids Press, Michigan13:33 15-Jan-25

AG Nessel Warns Consumers of Price Gouging Tied to Detroit Auto Show Michigan State Government (Press Release)13:06 15-Jan-25

University of Michigan ends Chinese partnership following pressure from GOP congressman CBS Austin12:57 15-Jan-25

‘Michigan's economy is on the line,’ Gretchen Whitmer warns at Detroit Auto Show Bridge Magazine12:26 15-Jan-25

Judge hears arguments in bid to delay Sen. Nicole Mitchell trial until after legislative session Twin Cities Pioneer Press12:05 15-Jan-25

The garbage truck Trump rode in will be at his inauguration ceremony KCRG TV 9, Iowa11:54 15-Jan-25

Who's running for MI governor in 2026: Senate GOP Leader Aric Nesbitt jumps in Bridge Magazine10:24 15-Jan-25

Michigan forges ahead with modernizing 10-year-old building codes amid industry pushback Saginaw News, Michigan10:11 15-Jan-25

East Lansing Board of Education Reaffirms Support for Undocumented Students Prior to Trump Inauguration East Lansing Info10:08 15-Jan-25

Michigan counties with the best and worst infant survival rates. Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan09:01 15-Jan-25

‘It’s going to kill us’: Michigan servers testify in Lansing about changes to tipped wages Grand Rapids Press, Michigan07:36 15-Jan-25

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a potential 2028 candidate, wants to find common ground with… MailOnline00:42 15-Jan-25

Former Detroit council president Saunteel Jenkins announces run for mayor FOX 2 Detroit19:36 14-Jan-25

Energy lobbyists give recommendations to Trump ahead of new term Upper Michigan Source19:22 14-Jan-25

Saunteel Jenkins announces bid for Detroit Mayor FOX 2 Detroit18:55 14-Jan-25

AWWHELL no: See which license plates are 2DAMFUN for Michigan Bridge Magazine18:48 14-Jan-25

Road funding a top priority for Michigan Republicans in upcoming state budget Flint Journal, Michigan18:48 14-Jan-25

Ex-Detroit Council President Saunteel Jenkins Officially Enters Mayoral Race Deadline Detroit18:05 14-Jan-25

Michigan restaurants warn of price hikes over wage, sick day laws Bridge Magazine17:47 14-Jan-25

Michigan pilots first electric police vehicle Just The News17:46 14-Jan-25

AG Nessel Reaches $19.85 Million Multistate Medicaid Fraud Settlement with Behavioral Health Facility Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:13 14-Jan-25

Michigan 2026 governor's race: Senate GOP Leader Aric Nesbitt jumps in Bridge Magazine15:14 14-Jan-25

AG Nessel Re-issues Consumer Alert on QR Code Hijacking During Detroit Auto Show Michigan State Government (Press Release)15:12 14-Jan-25

Who funds Michigan lawmakers? Most get cash from PACs, not voters they represent Bridge Magazine14:54 14-Jan-25

Trump transition has University of Michigan leaders preparing for next 4 years MLive.com, Michigan12:12 14-Jan-25

Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026 MailOnline09:45 14-Jan-25

Detroit U.S. Attorney Dawn Ison Will Step Down Before Trump Takes Office Deadline Detroit09:26 14-Jan-25

First Republican announces run for Michigan governor Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan08:18 14-Jan-25

Infant death rate dips to new low in Michigan Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan08:04 14-Jan-25

Whitmer signs innovation bills in Detroit Michigan Public21:34 13-Jan-25

Pete Buttigieg deflects election questions in University of Michigan talk MLive.com, Michigan21:17 13-Jan-25

February 2025: Career and Technical Education Month Michigan State Government (Press Release)18:10 13-Jan-25

January 30, 2025: Fred Korematsu Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)18:10 13-Jan-25

January 26, - February 1, 2025: Physician Anesthesiologists Week Michigan State Government (Press Release)18:10 13-Jan-25

January 21, 2025: Day of Racial Healing Michigan State Government (Press Release)18:10 13-Jan-25

January 20, 2025: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:09 13-Jan-25

January 19-25, 2025: Certified Nurse Anesthetists Week Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:09 13-Jan-25

January 15, 2025: Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day Michigan State Government (Press Release)17:09 13-Jan-25

Michigan school shooter’s mom accuses prosecutor of media bias, secret deals Grand Rapids Press, Michigan16:55 13-Jan-25

Michigan looks to future with R&D tax credits, startup ‘innovation fund’ Bridge Magazine16:44 13-Jan-25

Trump selects Detroit pastor for inauguration prayer Grand Rapids Press, Michigan16:25 13-Jan-25

AG Nessel Urges Human Trafficking Awareness During Detroit Auto Show Michigan State Government (Press Release)14:06 13-Jan-25

AG Nessel Cautions Detroit Lions Fans About Ticket Scams Michigan State Government (Press Release)12:03 13-Jan-25

Michigan Democrat won’t caucus with her ‘disconnected’ party Washington Examiner07:21 11-Jan-25

University of Michigan to end partnership with a Chinese university over national security concerns Michigan Public23:15 10-Jan-25

Hearing scheduled for proposed lobbyist gift disclosure rules Michigan Public22:21 10-Jan-25

Charlotte mayor hoping for city growth with incoming manufacturing plant WILX18:59 10-Jan-25

State faces rosier revenue, budget picture with new projections Michigan Public17:57 10-Jan-25

Michigan Announces Federal Grants to Rebuild the East Beltline Bridge Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:46 10-Jan-25

Downriver Railroad Crossing Investments Will Save Lives Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:46 10-Jan-25

Stateside: Friday, Jan. 10, 2024 Michigan Public15:33 10-Jan-25

Michigan tax revenue up, but economic unknowns loom Bridge Magazine15:22 10-Jan-25

Michigan’s blue and black retro license plates to return next month Bridge Magazine15:12 10-Jan-25

Jackson County election text message probe ends without action MLive.com, Michigan13:55 10-Jan-25

Michigan’s 103rd Legislature begins in Lansing: here’s what you need to know Michigan Public13:52 10-Jan-25

AG Nessel Advises Attendees to Be Aware of Parking Scams During Detroit Auto Show Michigan State Government (Press Release)13:42 10-Jan-25

In "Grand Bargain," the chief mediator for Detroit's bankruptcy deal looks back 10 years later Michigan Public12:11 10-Jan-25

Detroit City Council facing busy year as mayoral election looms WDET11:10 10-Jan-25

Macomb County Woman Sentenced on 18 Felony Counts for Stealing from Vulnerable Adults Michigan State Government (Press Release)10:39 10-Jan-25

ADVISORY: DNC and POLITICO to Host DNC Officer Forum in Detroit, Michigan on January 16 Democrats.org08:57 10-Jan-25

Michigan Republicans to probe Chinese influence, Democrats’ use of power Grand Rapids Press, Michigan07:57 10-Jan-25

New Mich. House speaker talks first bills, taking charge, working with Dems in first news conference Michigan Public00:23 10-Jan-25

In the last month

Michigan Democrats’ pension, retirement bills in limbo amid GOP ‘legal review’ Bridge Magazine18:39 9-Jan-25

Michigan House GOP leader on FOIA reform: 'Don't get your hopes up' Bridge Magazine18:16 9-Jan-25

Saginaw City Council Member and Recent Council Candidate Charged with Election Law Forgery Michigan State Government (Press Release)16:39 9-Jan-25

Former Shelby Township Priest Resentenced to 7-15 Years for Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct Michigan State Government (Press Release)14:35 9-Jan-25

Michigan Republicans Vow to Investigate Whitmer Admin Using Panel’s Subpoena Power The Daily Signal14:05 9-Jan-25

Bills opening Michigan governor, lawmakers to FOIA a ‘top priority’ for Senate Democrats Bay City Times, Michigan12:51 9-Jan-25

FOIA expansion, minimum wage, sick leave bills lead off legislative session in Lansing Michigan Public23:13 8-Jan-25

New rules give Mich. House oversight committee broad subpoena power over state officials Michigan Public22:22 8-Jan-25

Solar farm uncertain following bipartisan concerns Just The News18:16 8-Jan-25

See what Michigan laws take effect this year: Paid sick days, wage hikes, more Bridge Magazine17:58 8-Jan-25

Stateside: Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 Michigan Public17:17 8-Jan-25

Michigan Senate Democrats propose accelerating $15 minimum wage hike Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan17:00 8-Jan-25

Trump Electors May Have To Face Civil Suit, Mich. Panel Hints Law36016:44 8-Jan-25

White House Highlights ACSI Data in Federal Service Improvement Report Business Wire (Press Release)16:44 8-Jan-25

Michigan’s 103rd Legislative session opens with calls for bipartisanship. Will it happen? Michigan Public16:26 8-Jan-25

Transparency time? Michigan House plans oversight, Senate pushes public records Bridge Magazine15:56 8-Jan-25

AG Nessel Settles Lawsuit Against Owners of Detroit-Area Landscaping, Snow Removal Companies Michigan State Government (Press Release)15:41 8-Jan-25

ICYMI: Detroit News: Biden administration finalizes $325 million semiconductor grant in mid-Michigan Democrats.org15:30 8-Jan-25

House Republicans propose keeping Michigan’s tipped wage system on first day in power Grand Rapids Press, Michigan15:28 8-Jan-25

Mayor, three aldermen begin new terms on Detroit Lakes City Council Detroit Lakes Tribune12:28 8-Jan-25

Former Oil and Gas Company Owner Pleads Guilty to Defrauding State of Michigan Michigan State Government (Press Release)11:26 8-Jan-25

Michigan artist remembers working for Jimmy Carter’s presidential campaign MLive.com, Michigan10:32 8-Jan-25

Detroit’s police oversight board still has some attendance issues Michigan Public10:08 8-Jan-25

Michigan’s new GOP House majority takes first swing at Whitmer’s lobbying influence Washington Examiner08:00 8-Jan-25

Mich. Legislature begins new session with divided control Michigan Public18:41 7-Jan-25

High energy costs continue to effect Michiganders Just The News17:20 7-Jan-25

AG Nessel won’t pursue charges against House Republicans over lame duck protest Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan17:19 7-Jan-25

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Latest politics news in Michigan including updates on local, state and federal legislature, abortion law, strike action, and more.

Michigan is considered a battleground state. In the federal government, Michigan is represented by two U.S. Senators and thirteen U.S. Representatives. Both Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow are Democrats. Of the thirteen Representatives, seven are Democrats and six are Republican. Michigan has a Democrat governor, Gretchen Whitmer, who was reelected in 2022. The state legislature is also controlled by the Democrats, who have majorities in both chambers.

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