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Dem lawmakers in Michigan introduce resolution to declare racism a public health crisis

June 10, 2020

Dem lawmakers in Michigan introduce resolution to declare racism a public health crisis

Two Democrat lawmakers in Michigan introduced a resolution on the state’s Senate floor Wednesday to declare racism a public health crisis.

Michigan Democrat Elissa Slotkin says she does not support defunding or dismantling police

June 9, 2020

Michigan Democrat Elissa Slotkin says she does not support defunding or dismantling police

Michigan Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin said Tuesday that she does not support defunding or dismantling U.S. police forces.

Lawsuit claims Michigan risks fraud, as county has more registered voters than people who can vote

June 9, 2020

Lawsuit claims Michigan risks fraud, as county has more registered voters than people who can vote

A Michigan voter filed a lawsuit Tuesday against State Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Bureau of Elections Director Jonathan Brater, and other officials, claiming that in at least 16 Michigan counties voter rolls have not been properly maintained, and that this leaves them vulnerable to fraud in November's election.

Pro-Biden PAC aims to weaken Trump with seniors in key battlegrounds

June 8, 2020

Pro-Biden PAC aims to weaken Trump with seniors in key battlegrounds

A leading pro-Democratic outside group that backs former Vice President Joe Biden’s campaign says it’s spending $20 million to run a 10-week ad-blitz in three key general election battleground states this summer to spotlight what they say is President Trump’s weakened support among seniors and small-town rural voters.

Michigan judge orders state to stop trying to hold barber in contempt for not closing shop during pandemic

June 8, 2020

Michigan judge orders state to stop trying to hold barber in contempt for not closing shop during pandemic

A Michigan judge has blocked efforts by the state’s attorney general to continue trying to hold a local barber in contempt of court, over the businessman’s refusal to keep his shop closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Michigan Supreme Court sides with barber who reopened in defiance of Whitmer’s coronavirus lockdown

June 7, 2020

Michigan Supreme Court sides with barber who reopened in defiance of Whitmer’s coronavirus lockdown

The Michigan Supreme Court on Friday unanimously sided with a barber who reopened his shop last month in defiance of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s coronavirus lockdown order.

Detroit police chief slams 'knee-jerk reaction' to defund the police

June 6, 2020

Detroit police chief slams 'knee-jerk reaction' to defund the police

Detroit Police Chief James Craig criticized the idea that governments should "defund the police," arguing that it was an "extremely flawed" approach.

Michigan police chief on leave after posts about ‘body bags’ for protesters

June 6, 2020

Michigan police chief on leave after posts about ‘body bags’ for protesters

A Michigan police chief has been put on paid leave after posting a series of offensive tweets, including calling for "body bags" and referring to demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd as "vicious subhumans."

People furious over Detroit Zoo’s outdoor mask policy: 'See how many people pass out' in warmer weather

June 5, 2020

People furious over Detroit Zoo’s outdoor mask policy: 'See how many people pass out' in warmer weather

The Detroit Zoo has drawn widespread criticism for its policy requiring visitors to wear a face mask to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Whitmer blasted by GOP rep for marching amid coronavirus: ‘Social distancing is critical… unless you have a great photo op’

June 5, 2020

Whitmer blasted by GOP rep for marching amid coronavirus: ‘Social distancing is critical… unless you have a great photo op’

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is facing criticism after violating her own social distancing guidelines at a protest following the death of George Floyd in Detroit on Thursday.