National Politics
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Opinion: The America my parents believed in is disappearing
Michigan State Rep. Mai Xiong reflects on the fear Trump’s immigration policies are causing for Michigan families.
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Tlaib’s town hall highlights the real-world impact of tariffs on Michigan manufacturers
As uncertainties around tariffs and trade continue to rise, two business leaders spoke out at a town hall, with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) facilitating the discussion on the broader impact on manufacturers, consumers, and communities.
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Michigan lawmakers call for release of Hmong immigrants detained by ICE
For Democratic State Rep. Mai Xiong, the struggle against ICE human rights abuses and the deportations affecting the nation’s immigrant communities are hitting closer to home.
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30+ groups urge Whitmer to reject federal funding for new ICE detention centers in Michigan
An open letter to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer published Tuesday is asking her to reject federal grant funding for new immigration enforcement detention centers in Michigan.
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Empty ballots leave thousands of Michiganders with no choices on Election Day
A new analysis from BallotReady shows that Michigan’s 2024 election cycle featured several dozen races with no real competition—or no candidates running for office at all.
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Michigan disability advocates slam cuts to SNAP and Medicaid as attacks on autonomy
A group of disability self-advocates took Congress to task over cuts to Medicaid and SNAP benefits included in the Republican tax and spending law.
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Nessel goes to bat for Michigan dispensaries stuck in the cash-only era
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is calling on Congress to pass long-sought legislation that would let cannabis businesses access traditional banking services.
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Michigan Dems introduce bill to ban cops from wearing masks
State Rep. Betsy Coffia unveiled Thursday new legislation aimed at banning the use of face masks and requiring clear identification for all law enforcement officers interacting with the public in Michigan.
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MSU Extension union members say SNAP-Ed cuts will result in layoffs by end of July
The anticipated expiration of SNAP-Ed funding in October is likely to result in the permanent elimination of jobs at the Michigan State University Extension program, the full scope of which will be known by July 31, the Extension United Local 1855 announced Monday.
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Trump’s budget law will hurt thousands in Michigan—and these Republicans voted for it
From slashing health care and food assistance to cutting clean energy jobs, Trump’s budget will devastate Michigan—and seven GOP lawmakers helped make it law.
