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Rep. McDonald Rivet Condemns Division at Michigan Democratic Convention as Party Faces Midterm Test
U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet is calling for Michigan Democrats to address divisive behavior at the state convention that could hurt the party in November midterms.
3h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Gilchrist Secures Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement for Secretary of State
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist won the Michigan Democratic Party endorsement for secretary of state at the April 19 convention, defeating Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum and former Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli in a two-round voting process.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan State Rep Karen Whitsett Quits Politics Citing Faith Clash With Democratic Party
Michigan state Rep. Karen Whitsett announced she will not seek re-election, saying her Christian faith no longer aligns with the Democratic Party's direction on abortion, transgender policies, and party orthodoxy after years of clashes.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett Steps Down, Citing Faith as Reason for Leaving Democratic Party and Politics
Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett announces she will not seek re-election and will not run for office again, citing her Christian faith as incompatible with today's Democratic Party platform.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Invites Controversial Streamer Hasan Piker to Campaign Rallies Amid Democratic Primary Backlash
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is inviting controversial streamer Hasan Piker to campaign rallies at Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, sparking immediate backlash from Democratic rivals and Jewish leaders over Piker's history of antisemitic rhetoric just weeks after a synagogue attack in West Bloomfield.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Harris and Booker Slam Trump at Michigan Democratic Luncheon, Honor Women in Politics
Former Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Cory Booker delivered scathing rebukes of President Trump at a Michigan Democratic Party luncheon honoring women in politics.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
UM Regents Race Heats Up as Jordan Acker and Amir Makled Face Mutual Allegations Before Michigan Democratic Convention
UM Board of Regents race intensifies as candidates Jordan Acker and Amir Makled face mutual allegations of misconduct, antisemitism, and Islamophobia before Michigan Democratic convention
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan House Passes Proof of Citizenship Voting Bill in Controversial Party-Line Vote
Michigan House passes bill requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in 58-46 party-line vote. Democrats warn bill could disenfranchise thousands of voters.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Supreme Court to Hear Dispute Over Stalled Bills Passed During Prior Democratic Session
Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments in May over whether House Republicans must deliver nine bills passed during the previous Democratic-led session to Governor Whitmer for signature or veto.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan Republican Party Endorses Doug Lloyd and Anthony Forlini as AG and Secretary of State Candidates
Michigan Republican Party delegates endorse Doug Lloyd for attorney general and Anthony Forlini for secretary of state in competitive races against Democrats.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - elections
Michigan Democrats Nominated Washtenaw Prosecutor Eli Savit for Attorney General After First-Round Win Over Karen McDonald
Michigan Democrats nominated Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit as their attorney general candidate at their state endorsement convention in Detroit, where he defeated Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald in the first round of voting.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Republican Party Picks Anthony Forlini as Secretary of State Nominee in Bid to Reset Brand
Michigan Republicans select Anthony Forlini as Secretary of State nominee and Doug Lloyd as attorney general candidate in strategic pivot toward electability ahead of November general election
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Primary Tests Limits of Democratic Coalition as Controversial Streamer Hasan Piker Joins Abdul El-Sayed's Campaign Trail
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces backlash from primary rivals and GOP contender for teaming up with controversial progressive streamer Hasan Piker during campus rallies focused on U.S. support for Israel.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Swanson, Benson Submit Petitions for Contested Michigan Gubernatorial Primary
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson submit petition signatures for contested Democratic governor primary in August
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson Files 26,752 Signatures to Run for Michigan Governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has filed 26,752 signatures to qualify for the Michigan governor's ballot, joining Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Mayor Tom Leonard in the Democratic primary field.
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Mallory McMorrow Claims Grassroots Victory in Michigan Senate Race Despite Polling Questions
Democratic state Sen. Mallory McMorrow announced she raised more than $3 million in Q1 2026, claiming grassroots momentum in the Michigan Senate race despite polls showing close competition with Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Boots Ranked Choice Voting Advocates From Convention After State Rep Maddock Calls Them 'Communists'
Michigan state Rep. Matt Maddock and Republican Party officials kicked out ranked choice voting advocates from the state GOP convention after calling volunteers communists and threatening physical violence. The incident highlights deep divisions over voting reform in Michigan politics.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Mallory McMorrow's Shifting Positions on Data Centers, Budget Claims and Surveillance Pricing Raise Questions in Michigan Senate Race
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow's campaign promotes populist positions against corporate power, but her legislative record on data centers, budget claims, and surveillance pricing raises questions about whether her proposals align with her past actions.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Mallory McMorrow's Waffling Positions on Corporate Money, Data Centers and Israel Spark Scrutiny in Michigan Senate Race
Democratic Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow faces scrutiny over changing positions on corporate PAC donations, data centers, and Israel's war in Gaza as opponents question her consistency in the August primary race.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Democrats Launch Billboard Campaign Blaming Duggan for Toxic Dirt Scandal
Michigan Democratic Party launches billboard campaign along Detroit highways criticizing former Mayor Mike Duggan for leaving contaminated soil at demolition sites, as the independent candidate runs for governor
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Governor Whitmer Tells Michigan Democrats She Gets Shit Done as She Kicks Off Final Term
Governor Whitmer addresses Michigan Democrats at convention, outlining priorities for final term including education, housing and infrastructure while calling on party to maintain Democratic trifecta
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Michigan House Advances Proof of Citizenship Voting Bill After Committee Hearing
House Bill 4765, a GOP-sponsored proposal requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, advanced to the House floor after a contentious committee hearing. The Michigan Democratic Party formally opposed the bill, calling it an attempt to make it harder for Michiganders to vote.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall Claims Transparency Award From Nonexistent Organization
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall announced he received a transparency award from MI STATE, but multiple news outlets could not find any record of the organization existing. The Democratic Party responded by naming him winner of the Speaker's Asinine Decision Award.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Race Heated by Middle East Conflict and Controversial Influencer Alliance
Michigan Senate race features heated debate over Hasan Piker's alliance with progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed, creating rift between progressive and establishment Democrats amid Middle East conflict and Israel policy concerns.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Beshear Urges Michigan Democrats to "Talk Like a Normal Human" as Whitmer Kicks Off Final Term
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and outgoing Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged Michigan Democrats to abandon advocacy speak and use ordinary language to connect with voters as the party gears up for November midterms.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Mallory McMorrow Overtakes Rivals in Michigan Senate Fundraising as Rogers Builds War Chest
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow has pulled ahead of Democratic rivals Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens in Michigan Senate fundraising, while Republican Mike Rogers maintains the largest war chest in the competitive race.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Three Michigan Democrats Seek Secretary of State Nomination at State Convention
Three Michigan Democrats seek party endorsement as secretary of state at state convention this Sunday
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Jocelyn Benson Proposes Banning Utility Political Spending in Michigan
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson proposes banning regulated utilities from spending money to influence or elect politicians in Michigan as part of a broader energy reform plan.
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Attorney General Candidate Eli Savit Used Government Gas Card for Campaign Travel, Records Show
Democratic attorney general candidate Eli Savit used a government gas card for campaign travel in Washtenaw County, a practice he says is part of his compensation package.
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Push Utility Rate Freeze as Bills Aim to Block Annual Electricity Increases
Michigan Democratic senators and U.S. Representative Haley Stevens introduce utility reform legislation to block annual electricity rate increases and protect families from rising energy costs.
5d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
New Emerson College Poll Shows El-Sayed and McMorrow Tied in Michigan Senate Race
New Emerson College poll shows Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow tied at 24 percent each in Michigan Democratic Senate primary, with generational divides and close Republican governor race.
5d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Jocelyn Benson Proposes Banning Michigan Utilities From Political Spending As Energy Costs Rise
Michigan Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Jocelyn Benson proposes limiting political spending by DTE and Consumers Energy to end what she calls a conflict of interest between regulated utilities and regulators.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
John James Debate Standoff With Oakland County GOP Deepens Michigan Republican Primary Rift
John James' debate standoff with Oakland County GOP deepens Michigan Republican primary rift as the frontrunner's refusal to commit to an April 30 debate creates tension with county party leaders.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether State House Was Required to Present Nine Bills to Governor
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments in May on whether the state House was required to present nine bills to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The Senate sued the House after it refused to deliver legislation that passed during the previous Democratic-led session.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Senator Proposes Toughest Senior Driver Testing Laws in Nation
Michigan Democratic state Sen. Rosemary Bayer introduced Senate Bill 847, which would require drivers over 75 to pass regular in-person road tests, creating the toughest senior driver testing laws in the nation.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Primary Heats Up as El-Sayed Rallies With Controversial Streamer Hasan Piker
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed draws fire from fellow candidates and community leaders after scheduling campaign appearances with controversial streamer Hasan Piker, who is accused of making antisemitic remarks. The decision marks a flashpoint in the competitive primary as Democrats seek to regain power in the midterm elections.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - elections
Republican Super PAC Pledges $45 Million to Boost Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate Race
Republican super PAC Senate Leadership Fund commits $45 million to boost Mike Rogers in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, the largest early investment the organization has ever made in Michigan. The Democratic primary features competitive candidates including Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Candidate Mike Rogers Proposes Ending No-Cost Preventive Care and Creating High-Risk Pools
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers proposes ending no-cost preventive care and creating high-risk insurance pools in a plan that would roll back key Affordable Care Act provisions, drawing criticism from health care experts and Democratic allies.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Mallory McMorrow Calls for Five Debates in Tight Michigan Senate Primary Amid Waffling Accusations
Democratic Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow wants five televised debates in tight primary as rivals question her consistency on corporate donations, data centers, and other key issues
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Nominates Anthony Forlini for Secretary of State, Doug Lloyd for Attorney General
Michigan GOP convention selects Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini for secretary of state and Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd for attorney general in bid to unify party ahead of 2026 general election.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan Republicans Nominate Anthony Forlini and Doug Lloyd as Secretary of State and Attorney General Candidates
Michigan GOP delegates have nominated Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini as their secretary of state candidate and Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd as their attorney general candidate at the party's endorsement convention in Novi.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources