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Trump's outburst was completely unacceptable—so unacceptable that even Republicans who usually go along with whatever he says and does spoke up to denounce him. abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
Trump’s accusations of treason draw bipartisan rebuke
Trump’s comments accusing Democrats of "seditious behavior" over video encouraging military members to refuse “illegal orders” drew criticism across party lines.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Trump's outburst was completely unacceptable—so unacceptable that even Republicans who usually go along with whatever he says and does spoke up to denounce him. abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
When nurses at the Detroit Medical Center fought for safer working conditions and better pay, Mike Duggan led a “vicious” campaign of union-busting and anti-labor tactics against them.
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Union battles at Detroit Medical Center may shadow Duggan’s 2026 bid for Michigan governor • Michigan Advance
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has positioned himself as a friend of labor as he seeks the office of governor in 2026, but his past dealings with unions when he headed up the Detroit Medical Center shows…
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November 24, 2025 at 7:06 PM
When nurses at the Detroit Medical Center fought for safer working conditions and better pay, Mike Duggan led a “vicious” campaign of union-busting and anti-labor tactics against them.
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“Mike Rogers is pushing a toxic agenda that’s leading to higher costs, lower demand, and fewer opportunities for Michigan workers. Price Hike Mike is selling out working people while supporting tax giveaways to millionaires like himself.” michigandems.com/u-s-manufact...
U.S. Manufacturing Slows in November As Mike Rogers-Backed Tariffs Continue to Spike Costs, Hurt Businesses - Michigan Democratic Party
Tariffs backed by Rogers “restrained demand, leading to a piling up of unsold goods that could hinder growth in the overall economy.” LANSING — A new survey from S&P Global found that “U.S. factory…
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November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
“Mike Rogers is pushing a toxic agenda that’s leading to higher costs, lower demand, and fewer opportunities for Michigan workers. Price Hike Mike is selling out working people while supporting tax giveaways to millionaires like himself.” michigandems.com/u-s-manufact...
Trump's threats against Senator Slotkin and her colleagues earlier this week go against everything this country stands for and must be condemned.
November 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Trump's threats against Senator Slotkin and her colleagues earlier this week go against everything this country stands for and must be condemned.
William Null's violent extremism has no place in Michigan. michiganadvance.com/briefs/michi...
Michigan man acquitted in Whitmer kidnapping plot is gearing up to run for governor • Michigan Advance
William Null of Shelbyville is the latest candidate to signal their interest in seeking the Republican nomination for governor in 2026, despite his history of being implicated in the plot to kidnap…
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November 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
William Null's violent extremism has no place in Michigan. michiganadvance.com/briefs/michi...
“Imagine how many people are going to drop their health insurance because they simply can’t afford it, who will know that they cannot take their child to the doctor’s office in the morning.” -Rep. McDonald Rivet michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/m...
McDonald Rivet criticizes Republican inaction on ACA credits, calls for action by enrollment date • Michigan Advance
U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet called on Congress to extend enhanced tax credits for the Affordable Care Act in a press conference with advocacy group Protect Our Care on Wednesday. In the press…
michiganadvance.com
November 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
“Imagine how many people are going to drop their health insurance because they simply can’t afford it, who will know that they cannot take their child to the doctor’s office in the morning.” -Rep. McDonald Rivet michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/m...
The Trump administration is using AI surveillance systems to spy on Americans and track our movements as we go about our daily lives. apnews.com/article/immi...
Border Patrol is monitoring US drivers and detaining those with 'suspicious' travel patterns
The U.S. Border Patrol is monitoring millions of American drivers nationwide in a secretive program to identify and detain people whose travel patterns it deems suspicious.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The Trump administration is using AI surveillance systems to spy on Americans and track our movements as we go about our daily lives. apnews.com/article/immi...
NEW VIDEO: Another example of failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers falsely claiming that a single van in Detroit with ballots "swung the election" against him in 2024.
He is still hiding from reporters and hasn't provided any evidence to back his claims. #MISen
He is still hiding from reporters and hasn't provided any evidence to back his claims. #MISen
November 21, 2025 at 9:14 PM
NEW VIDEO: Another example of failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers falsely claiming that a single van in Detroit with ballots "swung the election" against him in 2024.
He is still hiding from reporters and hasn't provided any evidence to back his claims. #MISen
He is still hiding from reporters and hasn't provided any evidence to back his claims. #MISen
“Michigan Republicans are in complete and total disarray as John James is nowhere to be seen or heard from on the campaign trail. This vicious and protracted primary is only getting worse—and Republicans have a long, bumpy road until next August.”
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GOP Candidates Blast John James For Hiding From Campaign Trail - Michigan Democratic Party
“John James: 0/3 on debates, 0/2 on statewide elections” “John James’ continued absence remained a central topic, drawing criticism from every candidate…” LANSING — John James’ floundering primary cam...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:09 PM
“Michigan Republicans are in complete and total disarray as John James is nowhere to be seen or heard from on the campaign trail. This vicious and protracted primary is only getting worse—and Republicans have a long, bumpy road until next August.”
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“Instead of accepting the voters’ decision in 2024, Mike Rogers has chosen to align himself with the very conspiracy theorists and election deniers he once condemned."
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“Mike Rogers once denounced election denial of the 2020 election. Now, he’s surrounded by it.” [Michigan Advance] - Michigan Democratic Party
“As he heads into 2026, Rogers is surrounding himself with a campaign full of those who also repeatedly questioned the results of the 2020 election.” LANSING — According to new reporting from Michigan...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:42 PM
“Instead of accepting the voters’ decision in 2024, Mike Rogers has chosen to align himself with the very conspiracy theorists and election deniers he once condemned."
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The Manistee County GOP allowed someone to hand this document out at its event. When asked if he agreed with the content, the county party chair said "That's not relevant." Yikes. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/w...
Woman says Michigan county GOP shared flyer justifying force, even use of cars, against protesters • Michigan Advance
A Michigan woman who says she unwittingly walked into a meeting of the Manistee County Republican Party is speaking out after attendees were handed a flyer suggesting motorists were justified in…
michiganadvance.com
November 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Manistee County GOP allowed someone to hand this document out at its event. When asked if he agreed with the content, the county party chair said "That's not relevant." Yikes. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/w...
During the Congressional District 2 People's Town Hall in Mt. Pleasant, we heard Michiganders loud and clear: they're tired of Republicans like John Moolenaar hurting working families to bow down to Trump's harmful agenda
November 21, 2025 at 7:23 PM
During the Congressional District 2 People's Town Hall in Mt. Pleasant, we heard Michiganders loud and clear: they're tired of Republicans like John Moolenaar hurting working families to bow down to Trump's harmful agenda
Trump keeps forcing this outdated and inefficient coal plant to stay open—and Michiganders are on the hook for it. Meanwhile, he's slashing clean energy projects that would bring cheaper power and good jobs. Trump's energy agenda is a lose-lose for Michigan. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/t...
Trump Administration continues to extend operations at West Michigan coal plant • Michigan Advance
A coal-fueled power plant in West Olive, Mich. which was originally set to shut down at the end of May will continue operating after President Donald Trump’s Administration issued another extension. …
michiganadvance.com
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Trump keeps forcing this outdated and inefficient coal plant to stay open—and Michiganders are on the hook for it. Meanwhile, he's slashing clean energy projects that would bring cheaper power and good jobs. Trump's energy agenda is a lose-lose for Michigan. michiganadvance.com/2025/11/19/t...
Former MIGOP co-chair Bernadette Smith’s official entry into the Republican Republican Senate primary yesterday confirms what everyone already knows: Mike Rogers is careening towards another humiliating defeat and a hasty retreat back to Florida.
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SUBJECT: State of the GOP MI-SEN Primary - Michigan Democratic Party
TO: Interested Parties FROM: Joey Hannum, Senior Communications Advisor Former Michigan GOP co-chair Bernadette Smith’s official entry into the Republican Republican Senate primary yesterday confirms ...
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November 21, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Former MIGOP co-chair Bernadette Smith’s official entry into the Republican Republican Senate primary yesterday confirms what everyone already knows: Mike Rogers is careening towards another humiliating defeat and a hasty retreat back to Florida.
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ICYMI: Americans have seen enough of the Trump economy, and we don't like what we see. www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...
Fox News Poll: Voters say White House is doing more harm than good on economy
Trump's approval hits new lows as 76% view economy negatively in the latest Fox News poll. Rising costs for groceries, utilities spark voter dissatisfaction nationwide.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
ICYMI: Americans have seen enough of the Trump economy, and we don't like what we see. www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...
“John James is dodging debates, avoiding the campaign trail, and hiding from his record of taking away health care and supporting Trump’s chaotic policies that are causing prices to skyrocket.” michigandems.com/messy-gop-pr...
Messy GOP Primary Drags On As John James Skips Another Debate - Michigan Democratic Party
Tim Skubick for WLNS: State GOP is “split” on John James’ campaign for governor Michigan’s Big Show on interviewing James: “We’re in pursuit, so to say. I guess he’s kind of tough to nail down.”…
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November 20, 2025 at 11:45 PM
“John James is dodging debates, avoiding the campaign trail, and hiding from his record of taking away health care and supporting Trump’s chaotic policies that are causing prices to skyrocket.” michigandems.com/messy-gop-pr...
“Mike Rogers, every GOP candidate for governor, and Michigan Republicans up and down the ballot are willing to sacrifice our rural hospitals and the health of thousands of families just to give tax handouts to their billionaire donors.” - @curtisherteljr.bsky.social michigandems.com/michigan-dem...
Michigan Dems Sound Alarm on “Devastating” Impact of GOP Medicaid Cuts on National Rural Health Day - Michigan Democratic Party
LANSING — In recognition of National Rural Health Day on November 20, the Michigan Democratic Party is sounding the alarm as Michigan’s rural health leaders say GOP-backed Medicaid cuts will have a…
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November 20, 2025 at 11:35 PM
“Mike Rogers, every GOP candidate for governor, and Michigan Republicans up and down the ballot are willing to sacrifice our rural hospitals and the health of thousands of families just to give tax handouts to their billionaire donors.” - @curtisherteljr.bsky.social michigandems.com/michigan-dem...
Trump's agenda is hurting everyone...except for his ultra-wealthy donors. Billionaires who got huge tax breaks are having a great time at Trump's gilded Mar-a-Lago parties while the rest of us are struggling to get by. www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...
Fox News Poll: Voters say White House is doing more harm than good on economy
Trump's approval hits new lows as 76% view economy negatively in the latest Fox News poll. Rising costs for groceries, utilities spark voter dissatisfaction nationwide.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Trump's agenda is hurting everyone...except for his ultra-wealthy donors. Billionaires who got huge tax breaks are having a great time at Trump's gilded Mar-a-Lago parties while the rest of us are struggling to get by. www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...
“Threatening death against people you disagree with is totally unacceptable and un-American—especially when it comes to lawmakers who have dedicated their lives to serving this great nation and the Constitution. 🧵 michigandems.com/statement-mi...
STATEMENT: Michigan Dems Condemn Trump’s Threats of Political Violence Against Members of Congress - Michigan Democratic Party
LANSING — Earlier today, President Trump threatened Senator Elissa Slotkin and other Democratic service and veteran lawmakers with arrest, trial, and death by hanging. In response, Chair of the…
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November 20, 2025 at 7:26 PM
“Threatening death against people you disagree with is totally unacceptable and un-American—especially when it comes to lawmakers who have dedicated their lives to serving this great nation and the Constitution. 🧵 michigandems.com/statement-mi...
Reposted by Michigan Democrats
Earlier this morning, President Trump threatened me and a group of service and veteran Members of Congress with arrest, trial, and death by hanging.
Here’s my response:
Here’s my response:
November 20, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Earlier this morning, President Trump threatened me and a group of service and veteran Members of Congress with arrest, trial, and death by hanging.
Here’s my response:
Here’s my response:
“Since I took office, I’ve been committed to increasing transparency in our government, so Michiganders know exactly where their hard-earned dollars are going." Gretchen Whitmer just delivered again on her promises to voters. www.wzzm13.com/article/news...
Gov. Whitmer signs 4 bills into law
A historically low 35 bills have made it to Gov. Whitmer's desk in the Legislature's 2025 session.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:02 PM
“Since I took office, I’ve been committed to increasing transparency in our government, so Michiganders know exactly where their hard-earned dollars are going." Gretchen Whitmer just delivered again on her promises to voters. www.wzzm13.com/article/news...
“This was our money to begin with. Here we are, paying well over $30 billion a year to the federal government. So when we have the government, for one reason or another, cut off these programs, they’re essentially just taking our money." - @dananessel.bsky.social michiganadvance.com/2025/11/18/a...
At roundtable, Nessel blasts federal SNAP turmoil as Michigan communities face rising need • Michigan Advance
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel held a roundtable with the Michigan League for Public Policy on Tuesday afternoon to discuss food security, specifically impacts of the lapse of SNAP during the…
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November 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
“This was our money to begin with. Here we are, paying well over $30 billion a year to the federal government. So when we have the government, for one reason or another, cut off these programs, they’re essentially just taking our money." - @dananessel.bsky.social michiganadvance.com/2025/11/18/a...
“William Null is a far-right extremist and former militia member whose dangerous, violent extremism has no place in our state.” - @curtisherteljr.bsky.social michigandems.com/statement-mi...
STATEMENT: Michigan Dems Chair Condemns William Null’s Campaign for Governor - Michigan Democratic Party
LANSING — In response to far-right extremist William Null, who was connected to the attempted kidnapping plot of Gov. Whitmer, filing to join the Republican primary for governor, Michigan Democratic…
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November 20, 2025 at 2:19 AM
“William Null is a far-right extremist and former militia member whose dangerous, violent extremism has no place in our state.” - @curtisherteljr.bsky.social michigandems.com/statement-mi...
“If we continue using broad, poorly designed tariffs, American families pay more for everything, Michigan farmers lose out on billions in exports because of retaliation and large and small businesses cannot plan for the future.” -Gretchen Whitmer www.mlive.com/politics/202...
Whitmer: Trump tariffs ‘crushing Michigan’ as prices rise, layoffs increase
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called on the president to invest new tariff revenue into American workers and businesses.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:00 PM
“If we continue using broad, poorly designed tariffs, American families pay more for everything, Michigan farmers lose out on billions in exports because of retaliation and large and small businesses cannot plan for the future.” -Gretchen Whitmer www.mlive.com/politics/202...
"I don't want to hear about the affordability."
"Grocery prices are down."
"Much lower."
The gap between what Trump thinks is happening in our country and what Americans face in our real lives simply couldn't be wider.
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"Grocery prices are down."
"Much lower."
The gap between what Trump thinks is happening in our country and what Americans face in our real lives simply couldn't be wider.
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MI Grocery Prices Have Increased: What That Means For The Holidays
Plus, see Michigan grocery stores' Thanksgiving meal deals.
patch.com
November 19, 2025 at 8:35 PM
"I don't want to hear about the affordability."
"Grocery prices are down."
"Much lower."
The gap between what Trump thinks is happening in our country and what Americans face in our real lives simply couldn't be wider.
patch.com/michigan/acr...
"Grocery prices are down."
"Much lower."
The gap between what Trump thinks is happening in our country and what Americans face in our real lives simply couldn't be wider.
patch.com/michigan/acr...