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.
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.
US House majority is in play next year after weak GOP midterm showing, recent Supreme Court ruling
The U.S. House majority is in play next year after an anemic showing by Republicans in the midterm elections and a surprise Supreme Court ruling that will likely bring two new safely Democratic districts.
Michigan congressmembers react to Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address pleading for help
"I don’t believe we should be negotiating our national security on the front page of the papers," Dingell said. "Two, when you look at that truck convoy, I had the same reaction everybody did, why aren't we bombing it. But I don’t want boots on the ground in Ukraine and I don’t want a war with Russia."
Sherry Gay-Dagnogo, Shri Thanedar announce runs to replace US Rep Brenda Lawrence
"We applaud her for her decision, but I’m ready to fight for the people in the 13th District," said Sherry Gay-Dagnogo.
Michigan Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence to retire after term ends
"This year marks my 30th year in elected public service, and I've had the good fortune of serving Michiganders on the local and national level," she said.
Congresswomen, community activists rally for passage of Build Back Better
"I've had eight floods in Dearborn since June," said Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-12th District). "We need to build that resiliency. It's real - from flooding - to wildfires in California."
Former Michigan Rep. Dale Kildee who served in Congress for 36 years dead at 92
Prior to entering politics, Dale Kildee had taught Latin to high school students before entering politics. He'd go on to work on childhood education, promote nutrition programs, and was an advocate for the auto industry.
Michigan's Debbie Dingell, Georgia' Marjorie Taylor Greene get in abortion rights shouting match
Dingell shouted about a "lack of civility." "You know what?" Greene responded, "Killing a baby up until birth is a lack of civility. It’s called murder." "We have lots of laws we follow," Dingell retorted. "You should practice the basic thing you're taught in church: Respect your neighbor."
Trump endorses challenger to Michigan Republican Fred Upton
Both Upton's challenger and a secretary of state candidate have pushed for an audit of the 2020 presidential election.
2 Congressmen including Michigan Rep. Peter Meijer flew unannounced to Afghanistan
State Department and U.S. military officials were stunned by the move and had to divert resources for security. The representatives said it was their duty to provide oversight.
Former Michigan Congressman Paul Mitchell dead at 64
Mitchell served two terms in Congress before declining to run in 2020 and announcing he was leaving the Republican party over its efforts to overturn the election.
Farmington Hills man misidentified by facial recognition technology testifies at Congressional hearing
The Farmington Hills man who has sued Detroit police after being wrongfully identified by the department's facial recognition technology in a shoplifting investigation is testifying in front of a congressional subcommittee Tuesday.
Phone call with US Rep. Debbie Dingell as she recovers from emergency surgery
US Rep. Debbie Dingell underwent emergency surgery for a perforated ulcer Friday night, according to published reports.
Bill that would create commission to study slavery reparations advances in U.S. House
The bill, commonly referred to as H.R. 40, was first introduced by former Michigan Congressman John Conyers back in 1989. It's been introduced into the House every year since then.
Tlaib on Mi lawmakers stimulus disbursement: “Not the time to play politics.”
In a Sunday conversation with Fox 2, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, Michigan conveyed the message that when it comes to dispersing the more than $10 Billion in federal Covid 19 stimulus money, she’s hopeful both Republicans and Democrats in the State can work together.
House passes sweeping voting rights bill over Republicans' opposition
House Democrats passed sweeping voting and ethics legislation Wednesday over unanimous Republican opposition, advancing to the Senate what would be the largest overhaul of the U.S. election law in at least a generation.
DC police: 4 died as Trump supporters stormed Capitol
Washington, D.C., Police Chief Robert Contee said the dead on Wednesday included a woman who was shot by the U.S. Capitol Police, as well as three others who died in "medical emergencies."
Michigan Rep Brenda Lawrence says she feared for her life amid Capitol Hill riot
The Detroit congresswoman described the moments a mob of protesters stormed the capitol and tried to break through the chamber doors. Lawmakers were forced to take cover under their desks - and grab a designated gas mask located under their seats.



















