Government shutdown averted: Congress passes 45-day funding plan
The rushed package drops aid to Ukraine, a White House priority opposed by a growing number of GOP lawmakers, but increases federal disaster assistance by $16 billion.
Government shutdown almost certain after Republican's short-term spending plan collapses
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's last-ditch plan to keep the government funded died after hard-right Republicans refused to support bill.
Detroit Democrat a 'no' vote on repealing abortion restrictions in Michigan
Rep. Karen Whitsett was the lone Democrat to oppose several new bills that would expand access to an abortion in Michigan.
Legal magic mushrooms? Ann Arbor lawmaker wants to decriminalize psychedelic plants
Only one state has decriminalized psychedelic plants. Could Michigan be the second?
Michigan State's Mel Tucker suspended without pay after allegations he sexually harassed rape survivor
The school hired an outside Title IX attorney to investigate Tracy’s complaint and the investigation concluded in July, according to the USA Today report. A hearing is scheduled for Oct. 5-6 to determine if Tucker violated the school’s sexual harassment and exploitation policy, the newspaper reported.
Carl Malinga seeks rematch with John James, announces run for Congress
Malinga lost by half a percentage point in a surprisingly close race for Michigan's 10th District last year. He'll need to earn the party's nomination first.
Trump’s comments risk tainting a jury in federal election subversion case, special counsel says
Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith warned Tuesday that former President Donald Trump’s “daily" statements risk tainting a jury pool in Washington in the criminal case charging him with scheming to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Peter Meijer exploring run for open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan
The west Michigan native represented the state's third district for one term before being ousted over his vote to impeach former President Donald Trump.
Trump pleads not guilty, waives arraignment in case accusing him of election interference
Trump and 18 others were charged earlier this month in a 41-count indictment that outlines an alleged scheme to subvert the will of Georgia voters who had chosen Democrat Joe Biden over the Republican incumbent in the presidential election.
Abortion, paid family leave, 100% clean energy - Whitmer eyes aggressive agenda for rest of 2023
Armed with a Democratic trifecta in Lansing for the first time in 40 years, the governor and lawmakers hope to keep the pressure on in the second-half of 2023.
Fulton County DA files motion to move up Georgia election interference trial; Trump responds
On the day former President Donald Trump is expected to surrender to authorities in Georgia on charges that he illegally schemed to overturn the 2020 election in the state, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has filed a motion to move the trial date up for Trump and his co-defendants.
Trump, allies doubling down on 2020 election lies even after indictments
Although Trump’s allegations about the 2020 election have repeatedly been disproven — often by his own advisers — they’ve taken a firm hold among his party.
Michigan could play key role in Trump's Georgia indictment case, attorneys say
Former president Donald Trump's fourth indictment from Georgia may be his most serious legal hurdle yet - and there is a local angle.
9 defendants enter not-guilty pleas in Michigan fake elector scheme
The defendants were charged with eight felonies, including conspiracy to commit forgery and conspiracy to commit uttering and publishing.
Gun rights GOP state legislators push back on weapons ban at Capitol
They believe the State Capitol Commission overstepped its authority by proposing a weapons ban in the Capitol building.
Sen. Mitch McConnell booed, heckled with chants to 'retire' at Kentucky rally
McConnell has had previous health scares in the last several months, leaving many of his voters with concerns.
Trump arraigned on charges of trying to overturn 2020 presidential election
Former President Donald Trump was arraigned in Washington D.C. on charges of trying to overtrun the results of the 2020 presidential election.
3rd Trump ally charged in Michigan voter tabulator case
Matt DePerno, a former nominee for Michigan Attorney General, was charged in the election tabulator case for alleged tampering with machines following the 2020 election.
Matt DePerno, ex-GOP candidate for attorney general and Trump ally, charged in election machine tampering
Former Michigan GOP candidate for attorney general has been charged with election machine tampering from the 2020 Presidential Election.
Republicans in Michigan cry foul after 16 charged in fake elector scheme
Without addressing any of the charges specifically, the Michigan Republican Party accused Dana Nessel of weaponizing the office. Other officials called her a "thug."