Joe Biden says he will name running mate in first week of August
The former vice president has vowed to select a woman. He’s also confirmed in recent weeks that his short list includes several women of color.
USPS urges jurisdictions to advise voters to request mail-in ballots no less than 15 days before election
States have varying deadlines for when absentee ballot registration needs to be completed, as well as when ballots need to be postmarked or received.
GOP candidate running for Livonia state rep rebukes 'racial profiling' billboard with her own message
A Republican candidate running for state representative in Livonia has waded into a billboard battle that's been taking place over I-96 with her own message of support for law enforcement. A previous billboard sign showed "Driving While Black? Racial profiling ahead. Welcome to Livonia"
Election officials prepare for safe voting procedures amid COVID-19
With primary day less than two weeks away, Detroit election officials say they're ready to keep everyone safe and make sure everyone's vote counts.
Rep. John Lewis, lion of Civil Rights Movement, dies at 80
Representative John Lewis -- a lion of the Civil Rights Movement -- passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Kanye West files statement of candidacy with FEC for 2020 presidential election
The Oklahoma State Election Board confirmed Yeezy’s candidacy in a July 15 tweet.
Sterling Heights opens new election center, installs four absentee ballot drop boxes
The city of Sterling Heights is making its election systems more accessible during the COVID-19 pandemic by opening an election center and installing absentee voter ballot drop boxes at the city's fire stations.
Campaign leaders for Biden and Trump talk about the race to November
Michigan stands as one of the key swing states in the November race for the White House.
DNC Chair Tom Perez, Lara Trump address president's controversial Detroit comments
This November, Michigan is shaping up to be a key battleground state that will be in play for both Democrats and Republicans in the race to the White House.
Daughter's tweet to vote against her dad in Michigan primary election goes viral
A Michigan woman's tweet asking people to vote against her dad in an upcoming primary race has gone viral.
U-M cancels Oct. 15 presidential debate over coronavirus
The University of Michigan has cancelled the scheduled presidential debate planned for Oct. 15 over health concerns linked to COVID-19.
GOP's $1.3 billion 'Return to Learn Plan' calls for $800 per student, $500 hazard pay for teachers
House and Senate GOP lawmakers are planning to release their 'Return to Learn' academic plan that will work as a roadmap for school districts preparing for the 2020-21 school year
Trump comeback rally features empty seats, staff infections
President Donald Trump is looking to reverse a decline in his political fortunes by returning to the format that has so often energized himself and his base: a raucous, no-holds-barred rally before thousands of ardent supporters.
President Trump holds rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma to restart campaign
Many of the president’s supporters weren’t wearing masks, despite the recommendation of public health officials to keep the coronavirus from spreading. Some had been camped near the venue since early in the week.
Vice President Mike Pence speaking Thursday in Sterling Heights
Vice President Mike Pence is making several stops in Macomb County, Mich. on Thursday, June 18, 2020.
Attendees of President Trump’s Tulsa rally must agree to a coronavirus liability waiver
The sign-up page for guests to register for tickets for President Donald Trump’s rally next week in Tulsa, Oklahoma contains a disclaimer stating attendees “voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19” and agree to not hold Trump’s campaign, the venue or any affiliates liable for any illness or injury.
Facebook and Instagram will let users turn off political ads ahead of 2020 election
The feature will allow people to turn off all social issue, electoral or political ads from candidates, Super PACs or other organizations that have the "Paid for by" disclaimer on them.
Trump rally called 'dangerous move' in age of coronavirus
Trump’s rally will be held indoors, at a 19,000-seat arena that has canceled all other events through the end of July.