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Perry Johnson Sues John James Over Campaign Logo Claiming False Incumbency
Perry Johnson's campaign filed a lawsuit against John James alleging his campaign logo violates Michigan's false-incumbency law by suggesting he already holds the governor's office.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
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 - politics
John James Faces Growing Challenges in Michigan Governor Race After Being Booed at GOP Convention
U.S. Rep. John James faces mounting challenges in his Michigan gubernatorial campaign after being booed at the Michigan GOP convention and facing criticism for his attendance record in Congress and lack of support among Black voters.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - Michigan Public Safety
Michigan State Police Complete National Trust Building Campaign Pledge
The Michigan State Police have completed the 36-month IACP Trust Building Campaign Pledge, reaffirming policies and trainings around bias-free policing, use of force, and community relations.
September 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Gubernatorial Debate Fallout as John James Withdraws from Oakland County Event
Michigan Republican gubernatorial frontrunner John James faces backlash after his campaign asks Oakland County GOP to remove his image from a debate flyer, prompting accusations of waffling on whether he plans to attend the April 30 event.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - Upper Peninsula
Marquette County GOP Chair Resigns After Viral Posts Criticize Party Enthusiasm
Jackson Karki, chairman of the Marquette County Republican Party, resigned over the weekend after a series of social media posts criticizing low Republican voter enthusiasm ahead of the November election drew national attention.
October 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Mallory McMorrow Turns In Campaign Signatures for Michigan Senate Race as Democrats Face Competitive Primary Against Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed
Mallory McMorrow became the second Democrat to file for Michigan's Senate race after turning in 30,000 signatures Monday, joining Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed in a competitive primary against Republican frontrunner Mike Rogers.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - Michigan Legislature
Michigan Ballot Proposal to Ban Utility Political Donations Faces Supreme Court Challenge and Legislative Deadline
The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics ballot proposal, which would ban campaign contributions from DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and companies with large government contracts, has cleared signature certification hurdles but now faces a legal challenge at the Michigan Supreme Court. The Legislature has until September 5 to adopt, reject, or take no action on the proposal.
August 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
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 - Michigan Legislature
Michigan "Money Out of Politics" Proposal Survives Legal Challenge, Secures November Ballot
The Michigan Supreme Court on Thursday declined to overturn the certification of Proposal 2, a ballot initiative that would ban political donations from DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and companies with state contracts over $250,000. The measure, backed by Michiganders for Money Out of Politics, now heads to the November 3 ballot despite a lawsuit from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and the Protect MI Free Speech committee.
September 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - Michigan Governor
James Calls Michigan's 2026 Elections "Ground Zero for This Republic"
Republican gubernatorial candidate John James says the November race in Michigan is a national test, and he took aim at progressive Democrats in a new interview.
September 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - West Michigan
Rogers admits college campus weakness as El-Sayed courts younger Michigan voters
At a canvassing event in Grand Rapids, Republican Sen.-nominee Mike Rogers acknowledged his campaign is struggling with younger voters on college campuses as Democrat Abdul El-Sayed continues to make inroads there, with a month left before the Nov. 3 midterm election.
October 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - Northern Michigan
Michigan Citizenship Voting Amendment Officially Dead After State and Federal Supreme Courts Reject Ballot Bid
A proposed constitutional amendment requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in Michigan has been blocked from the November ballot after both the Michigan Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court denied the campaign's final legal challenges.
September 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Perry Johnson Gains Traction in Michigan Governor Race With $10 Million Ad Blitz and Surging Poll Numbers
Perry Johnson's $10 million ad blitz is paying off with new polling showing him nearly even with John James in Michigan's crowded governor's race ahead of the GOP endorsement convention.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·8 sources