State Economy
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4 ways Trump’s tariff plan threatens Michigan’s economy
Donald Trump’s plan to enact new tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods has been put on pause. But Michigan leaders say if they’re allowed to take effect, the economic fallout could be devastating—especially for working families.
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Michigan is on stable fiscal ground, but federal cuts could cause ‘chaos,’ state officials warn
State fiscal experts in January projected modest economic growth in 2025. But Michigan budget officials on Wednesday warned that big cuts from the federal government could wreak havoc on next year’s budget.
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Amid legal challenges, federal funding freeze hangs heavy over Michigan climate and energy efforts
After the Trump administration announced it would pause trillions of dollars in payments to federal grant and loan programs, clean energy groups warned such a move could harm those bearing the brunt of climate change and threaten Michigan’s burgeoning clean energy industry.
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Michigan AG urges federal employees to ‘read the fine print’ on Trump-Musk resignation scheme
A dozen state attorneys general have joined labor leaders in warning federal employees about a misleading resignation program rolled out by the Trump administration in coordination with billionaire Elon Musk.
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7 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of cannabis news in Michigan.
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Advocates urge Michigan Legislature not to roll back paid sick leave law
Mothering Justice hosted a press conference and rally on the Michigan State Capitol steps denouncing proposed cuts to the Earned Sick Time Act.
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Fresh food, stronger farms: Michigan invests millions to support local agriculture
A new ‘Farm-to-Family’ grant program aims to connect Michigan farmers with more consumers, boost local economies, and build a stronger food system.
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Whitmer’s new budget plan to include ‘record high’ school funding
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to propose “record high” per-pupil funding in her upcoming budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, her office told the Michigan Advance.
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‘We’ve got to move forward’ — Michigan electric vehicle industry responds to Trump’s policy changes
While President Donald Trump took aim at the electric vehicle industry this week, there is still optimism about the industry’s future in Michigan, a state retooling from America’s most recognizable auto hub to its number one destination for electric vehicle investment.
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Michigan Dems renew push to cap rising drug prices with new oversight board
Millions of Michiganders who are struggling to afford their prescription medications may soon find some relief through recently introduced state legislation that’s aimed at capping the prices of some of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the state of Michigan.
