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Reindeer farmer Kerry Bentivolio may have won the race to succeed former Rep. Thad McCotter, R-Mich., in the House. But McCotter, a Quixotic GOP presidential candidate, abruptly resigned over the summer when he failed to qualify for the Michigan ballot after falsifications were found in his nominating petitions. There's now an inquiry by the Michigan Attorney Generals office.But Bentivolio won't start his term until January.However, the term of Democrat David Curson could start next week.On the same day Bentivolio won a two-year seat in the 113th Congress which starts next year, Curson simultaneously won a special election to finish McCotter's term during the lame duck session.The session starts next week. It's unclear when he will be sworn-in for the abbreviated period.He will be a fully-fledged member, be able to serve on committees, hire staff and vote on the House floor.This closely mirrors a scenario in 2006 when Rep. Nick Lampson, D-Texas, won the seat vacated by former House Maj...
Ex-Michigan U.S. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter has sued a former top aide and an ex-intern, saying they deliberately submitted forged nominating petitions in his name to ke...
The trial is underway for a former Democratic official and a Board of Elections worker who are accused of being part of a plot that has raised questions over whether...
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), on the big labor backing for President Obama and his plans to boost economic growth in the near future.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (R-MI) weighs in on President Obama's participation in Labor Day rally with Union members after Jimmy Hoffa's remarks about the Tea Party.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), on efforts to rein in spending and balance the government’s budget.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), on efforts to reach a resolution in the debt negotiations.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter weighs in
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter on his chances against Santorum
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), says legitimate candidates are being left out of Republican debates.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), talks about his 2012 Presidential bid, union ties, and debt ceiling stance.
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter on why he's considering a bid for the White House
Rep. Thaddeus McCotter , (R-Mich.), on the NLRB requiring companies to post notices informing employees of their rights to organize.
Amsterdam is notorious for its Red Light District. On Capitol Hill , the Red Light District is Rayburn Room 2128, home of the House Financial Services Committee. Hou...
Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm on Monday called the chairman and CEO of General Motors a "sacrificial lamb" after the White House asked Rick Wagoner to step down as...
McCotter announces candidacy in Michigan
Presidential candidate McCotter discusses his future plans for America if elected
Congressman on health care reform, climate change controversy, President Obama
Congressman from Michigan discusses troubled auto industry
Why Michigan congressman should toss hat in ring