Politics
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VIDEO: Black business owners in Lansing are thriving, thanks to Biden’s American Rescue Act
@gandernewsroom Black people only own about 3% of the businesses in the US, despite comprising about 14% of the country’s population. In recent years, targeted investments from President Joe Biden’s administration have aimed to address those racial disparities and level the playing field for minority-owned businesses. And in Lansing, economic development officials are putting that…
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Biden announces new action to address gun sale loopholes
The announcement clarifies expanded legal requirements for gun sale licensing and cracks down on so-called “gun show” loopholes that allow buyers to evade background checks.
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‘You are not safe’: Elizabeth Warren warns Michigan women ahead of presidential election
During a visit to Michigan, US Sen. Elizabeth Warren offered a stark warning to Michigan voters ahead of the presidential election:
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Biden cancels student loan debt for 8,750 more Michiganders
Friday’s announcement is just the latest round of student debt cancellation enacted by the Biden administration, which has approved relief for more than 4.3 million people so far, including 96,610 people in Michigan.
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The Republican war on Medicare raises the stakes in 2024
Republicans have been trying to cut and/or privatize Medicare for decades. Their latest plan could lead to thousands of dollars in additional out-of-pocket costs for Michigan seniors.
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Federal judge rejects GOP lawmaker suit over state election laws
A federal judge rejected a lawsuit brought by 11 Republican state legislators who sought to challenge the constitutionality of Michigan’s election laws.
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Elissa Slotkin breaks it down: How Michiganders would feel a Trump victory
Michigan Congresswoman talks through how the former president’s plans would impact Michiganders—and democracy.
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New VA program to help more than 40,000 veterans stay in their homes
The program is an attempt to prevent foreclosure actions against former military members still experiencing financial hardship post-pandemic.
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Biden administration sets first-ever limits on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
The EPA announced its first-ever national standards for PFAS in drinking water. But lawmakers say Michigan is already ahead of the curve.
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VIDEO: What to know about public service loan forgiveness
@gandernewsroom Did you know? Public servants like teachers, nurses, and firefighters may have their student loans forgiven after 10 years of payments through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program established in 2007. However, it hasn’t always delivered as promised. But thanks to recent improvements by President Biden, more Americans are finally seeing their loans forgiven…
