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The Democratic governor’s approval rating is the highest since the early phases of the pandemic, according to Impact Research polling.
The Trump administration has issued an emergency order directing a coal-fired power plant in Michigan to remain open for operation through at least the end of summer. The J.H. Campbell Plant in
MACKINAC ISLAND — Auto industry experts talked about the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariff policy Wednesday at the Mackinac Policy Conference. They say that Trump’s sometimes rampant pace of policy changes has scared many companies away from US investments in the near future.
The survey, unveiled ahead of the Mackinac Policy Conference, provided an in-depth look at how Michigan voters view Trump's central policy position.
It was the Democrats’ Chris Christie Moment, reminiscent of the New Jersey GOP governor’s handshake with President Barack Obama — the moment when Christie begged for federal money to recover from Superstorm Sandy and blew up his political future at the same time. Republicans called it a hug and blamed Christie for Mitt Romney’s loss to Obama.
Michigan members of the House broke along party lines in advancing a bill that cuts taxes, Medicaid, and could swell deficits.
A ‘big, beautiful bill’ backed by the Trump administration includes new and extended tax cuts and major changes to public assistance programs like SNAP and Medicaid. It could have big impacts for Michigan residents.
Business, government and nonprofit leaders are set to gather for a Mackinac Policy Conference that organizers hope will help Michigan navigate a “unique” moment — the impact of President Donald Trump’s trade policy on its signature auto industry and its relationship with Canada.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk is criticizing the centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda, a significant fracture in a partnership that was forged during last year’s campaign and was poised to reshape American politics and the federal government.
Congress is likely to pass a tax cut on tipped wages this year. What we know about President Donald Trump's "one, big, beautiful, bill."
Governor Gretchen Whitmer faced a fierce backlash for cozying up to Donald Trump in her effort to deliver for Michigan, but her gamble could be paying off. The Michigan Democrat is one of the many floated as a potential 2028 presidential contender who has had to grapple with how to navigate dealing with the president as part of their job.