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Senator Elissa Slotkin posted several statements on July 17, criticizing President Trump's economic policies for costing Michigan key job opportunities and increasing taxes on gambling losses.

Michigan State University's diversity initiative faces setback after NSF grant cancellation

Stephanie Nawyn, an associate professor and graduate program director in the Department of Sociology at Michigan State University (MSU), has expressed concern over the challenges of retaining diverse faculty in STEM disciplines.

Congressman Tom Barrett addresses VA modernization, Epstein files transparency

Congressman Tom Barrett used his Twitter account in July 2025 to highlight concerns about veterans’ services technology delays at the Department of Veterans Affairs, advocate for releasing information related to Jeffrey Epstein investigations for...

Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses legislation and community concerns in recent tweets

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Barrett discusses helicopter safety with Transportation Secretary following fatal collision

Yesterday, Congressman Tom Barrett of Michigan's 7th Congressional District engaged in a discussion with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy regarding aviation safety.

Michigan State University's osteopathic program joins prestigious NIH training initiative

The Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine has become the first osteopathic medical school to join the National Institutes of Health Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP).

Congressman Tom Barrett discusses community initiatives and legislation in recent tweets

Congressman Tom Barrett posted several updates between July 14-16, focusing on local nonprofit work with Laurie Baumer of the Capital Region Community Foundation, support for ending the war in Ukraine through the PEACE Act, and new bipartisan...

Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses law enforcement practices and hosts tele-town hall on Trump bill

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Astronomers at MSU study new interstellar object named 3I/ATLAS

When news emerged on July 1, 2025, about a new interstellar object, Michigan State University (MSU) astronomers, along with international researchers, quickly began gathering data.

MSU study uncovers migration patterns of invasive sea lamprey

Researchers at Michigan State University have made strides in understanding the migration patterns of invasive sea lampreys in the Great Lakes, potentially offering new strategies for managing this species.

Elissa Slotkin addresses Middle East violence and SNAP cuts impact on Michigan

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin shares links to full intelligence briefing via Twitter

Senator Elissa Slotkin directed followers to her full intelligence briefing through a series of tweets on July 15, 2025.

Barrett supports bipartisan effort imposing sanctions on Russia over Ukraine conflict

Congressman Tom Barrett from Michigan's 7th District has announced his support for new sanctions against Russia in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Elissa Slotkin highlights impacts of Trump legislation and Pentagon budget priorities

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Fmr. Chamber of Commerce CEO: MEDC's 'negligence allowed Ford/CATL project to pollute the Kalamazoo River'