Michigan's U.S. Senate race could determine control of the chamber
One of the likelier scenarios for the upcoming race is campaign between "two heavyweights" in Elissa Slotkin and Mike ROgers.
Kristi Noem defends killing puppy after widespread outrage from Republicans and Dems
The South Dakota governor said in an excerpt from her upcoming memoir about the incident that “it was not a pleasant job, but it had to be done."
Trump, Meadows, Giuliani are unindicted co-conspirators, Michigan investigator says
A state investigator testified Wednesday that he considers former President Donald Trump and his White House chief of staff to be uncharged co-conspirators in a scheme to claim that he won Michigan in the 2020 election, despite Democrat Joe Biden’s clear victory.
Potential TikTok ban, $95B foreign aid bill approved by Senate
The Senate approved Tuesday $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
Supreme Court to consider ban on homeless people sleeping outside
Some state courts have ruled that it’s unconstitutional to fine and arrest people sleeping in homeless camps if there’s a lack of space at shelters.
Ex-Warren Mayor Jim Fouts files paperwork to run for state representative
The longtime mayor of Warren isn't done with politics yet.
Trump’s hush money trial: Jury has been chosen; now what?
A dozen jurors are set to decide whether the former president schemed to bury allegations of extramarital sexual encounters that arose during his first White House campaign in 2016.
Arizona Republican drops reelection effort after accusation he forged signatures
A leader of the conservative group Turning Point Action resigned from the organization Thursday and dropped his bid for reelection to the Arizona House of Representatives after he was accused of forging signatures on his nominating petitions.
15 members of Kennedy family endorse Biden in rebuke to RFK Jr.
The Biden administration’s decision to promote the Kennedy family endorsement indicates their concerns that Robert Kennedy Jr.’s candidacy could impact Biden's reelection campaign.
Federal rule issues time off for pregnancy care, abortions
The regulations allow workers to request time off for obtaining an abortion and recovering from the procedure.
Michigan Democrats win special elections to regain full control of state government
Democrats won back a majority in the Michigan House and restored their party’s full control of state government Tuesday thanks to victories in two special elections.
Embezzlement charges filed against ex-state House leader Lee Chatfield; sex assault case dropped
State Attorney General Dana Nessel made the announcement of 13 counts against Chatfield, accusing him of rampant and flagrant misue of political nonprofit funds.
What to expect in Michigan’s state house special elections
Michigan Democrats hope to restore their slim majority in the state House of Representatives on Tuesday when voters fill two vacant seats in Metro Detroit.
Judge rejects Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss federal gun case
A federal judge in Delaware has refused to throw out a federal gun case against Hunter Biden.
Free gun locks now available at every Michigan health department office
The partnership, between MSP and the MDHHS, further supports compliance with the safe storage gun law that went into effect on Feb. 13 – which requires unattended firearms to be unloaded and secured with a cable lock, or stored in a gun safe, if a minor is present.
Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson
The joint appearance comes amid growing pressure from hard-right lawmakers such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who have voiced intentions of initiating a sudden vote to oust Johnson from his position as speaker.
Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks
The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.
Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups
Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announces book detailing her rapid rise in Democratic politics
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will detail her rapid ascent in Democratic politics in a book out this summer, a move that will undoubtedly spark fresh speculation about her potential presidential ambitions.
Biden and Trump win primaries in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and Wisconsin
Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin held primary elections on Tuesday, a symbolic event now that Biden and Trump have secured the nominations.