Michigan Democratic Party
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Recent News About Michigan Democratic Party
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Governor Whitmer highlights new state budget and infrastructure plans across Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer visited several Michigan cities on Monday to discuss the recent passage of the state budget, education funding, and a new roads deal.
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Michigan Democratic Party urges GOP leaders to denounce hateful messages from young Republicans
Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel has called on Michigan Republican leaders, including Mike Rogers and John James, to publicly denounce antisemitic and racist messages linked to the Michigan Young Republicans.
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Michigan Democratic Party criticizes Mike Rogers over impact of tariffs on state economy
Michigan families, farmers, and small businesses are experiencing higher costs due to tariffs supported by former GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers, according to several recent reports.
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Mid-Michigan soybean farmers report losses due to tariffs supported by Mike Rogers
Mid-Michigan soybean farmers are reporting significant financial losses this harvest season, which they attribute to a trade war with China and resulting tariffs.
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Constituent urges Rep. John James to support release of Epstein files
LANSING — Representative John James is facing criticism from a constituent for not taking a public stance on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
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Michigan Democratic Party chair calls for safe return of member detained during Gaza aid mission
State Central Committee member Huwaida Arraf, a civil rights attorney from Macomb County, was detained by the Israeli military while taking part in the Freedom Flotilla.
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Small Michigan manufacturer reports $1 million loss due to tariffs supported by Mike Rogers
In a recent interview with WBUR, Gabe Modert, owner of Industrial Service and Design in Williamston, Michigan, discussed the significant impact that tariffs have had on his small manufacturing business.
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John James silent on GOP debate participation amid questions over Medicaid and Epstein files
John James, a candidate for Michigan governor, has not confirmed whether he will participate in the three upcoming gubernatorial primary debates organized by the Michigan Republican Party.
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Duggan downplays impact of Trump-era Medicaid cuts as Democrats raise concerns
More than 700,000 Michigan residents are expected to lose their health care coverage following Medicaid cuts tied to former President Donald Trump’s policies, according to recent reporting from the Detroit Metro Times.
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Former Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence endorses Wynett Guy for Southfield City Clerk
Today, former Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence announced her endorsement of Wynett Guy, who is running as a write-in candidate for Southfield City Clerk.
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Nesbitt proposes renaming Elliott-Larsen Building after Trump amid criticism
One week after voting against a bipartisan state budget, Republican gubernatorial candidate Aric Nesbitt is proposing to rename the Elliott-Larsen Building in Lansing after former President Donald Trump.
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Trump administration may cancel $500M Michigan auto grant opposed by Mike Rogers
A recent report from The Detroit News indicates that the Trump Administration may use the ongoing federal government shutdown to cancel over $1 billion in federal grants intended for GM and Stellantis, with $800 million potentially affecting...
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Michigan faces economic and service disruptions as federal government shutdown continues
For ten days, the federal government has remained shut down, impacting a range of services and economic sectors in Michigan.
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Three GOP candidates oppose Michigan's bipartisan state budget
Despite the recent passage of Michigan's state budget with significant bipartisan support, three Republican candidates for governor have voiced their opposition to the measure.
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Michigan shoppers cite higher prices amid debate over Mike Rogers' tariff policies
Shoppers in Michigan are reporting higher prices on a range of goods, which some attribute to tariffs supported by former GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers.
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Republican gubernatorial primary grows competitive as John James faces criticism
John James, who finished fourth in the 2025 Mackinac Island Republican gubernatorial straw poll, is facing challenges as the Republican primary for governor becomes more competitive.
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Michigan Democrats criticize GOP over potential shutdown impact on state health care
Michigan Democratic leaders have criticized Congressional Republicans for actions they say could lead to a federal government shutdown and higher health care costs for Michigan residents.
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Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan holds fundraiser with Trump donor linked to city scandals
Mike Duggan, mayor of Detroit, is holding a high-profile fundraiser tonight with a donor who contributed $100,000 to the Trump Victory PAC in 2020.
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Tariffs supported by Mike Rogers blamed for worsening crisis among Michigan farmers
Michigan farmers are facing increased financial difficulties as tariffs supported by former GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers continue to impact the state's agricultural sector.
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Michigan Democratic Party launches billboards targeting Mike Duggan's GOP donor ties
The Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) has launched a series of billboards across Detroit that draw attention to the support Mike Duggan’s campaign is receiving from donors linked to former President Donald Trump and other Republican figures.