Dana Nessel

John James selected Jay DeBoyer to be his running mate for the general election. Political observers view this choice as strategically wise, noting that DeBoyer can highlight failures of Democratic leadership and provides valuable legislative experience. Additionally, DeBoyer is known for focusing on government excess and lack of transparency.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced charges against five non-citizens who allegedly voted in Michigan’s 2024 general election, and one U.S. citizen for attempting to register a non-citizen husband to vote. The Attorney General's office reported investigating 38 suspected cases between 2009 and 2025, resulting in six criminal charges.

A Fox News newsletter reported rising anti-Jewish prejudice in the U.S., alleging that Jewish voters are fleeing progressives due to concerns about anti-Zionist rhetoric in the Michigan Senate race. The article also noted controversies involving Abdul El-Sayed, whose campaign paid for services from a nonprofit connected to an endorsement by Horace Sheffield III. Other topics covered included AG Dana Nessel criticizing her party's handling of antisemitism and UN reports countering claims of starvation in Gaza.

Jewish Democrats support Michigan AG Dana Nessel's decision to skip the state party convention due to antisemitic harassment she has faced, including being called a neo-Nazi by a party official.

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to allow Attorney General Dana Nessel to proceed with a price-gouging investigation against Eli Lilly and Company over insulin pricing. The court overturned two prior cases (Smith v. Globe Life Insurance Company and Liss v. Lewiston-Richards Inc.) that had misinterpreted an exemption in the Michigan Consumer Protection Act, enabling the AG to challenge licensed businesses for deceptive practices. The decision remanded the case to a lower court for further proceedings.

Jon Villasurda Sr. of Clinton Township pleaded guilty to transporting a person for prostitution as part of a Metro Detroit human trafficking ring. The case, described as one of the largest in Michigan, involved multiple arrests and convictions, including Huazi Piao and Jingyu Jin, who previously pleaded to criminal enterprise charges.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is investigating a false Child Protective Services report that led to Pete Buttigieg's temporary separation from his children. The report, deemed a privacy violation, originated from an anonymous caller alleging unverified claims of violent crimes. The AG's office aims to address potential unlawful conduct and prevent similar incidents against public figures.

Jingyu Jin, a Chinese national, agreed to a plea deal for his role in a Metro Detroit sex trafficking ring involving four illicit massage parlors. The operation, which included seven to nine victims of Chinese and Korean origin, led to Jin pleading no contest to conducting a criminal enterprise, with other charges dismissed.

Early in-person voting for the August 4 primary election begins Saturday in Detroit. The election will determine party nominations for Congress, state Legislature, and governor, as well as decide transit and education proposals. Detroit officials emphasized election security and readiness amid federal monitoring concerns.

A clinic safety manager pleaded no contest to involuntary manslaughter after a 5-year-old boy died in an oxygen chamber explosion at a Detroit-area clinic. The plea agreement includes a minimum 19-month prison sentence, with a second-degree murder charge dropped, while three others, including the clinic’s CEO, face trial.

Private investment in youth sports, a $40 billion industry, is under scrutiny from state and federal regulators due to rising costs and anticompetitive practices. Investigations by Michigan and Texas attorneys general focus on companies like Black Bear Sports Group, which owns ice rinks and youth hockey teams, amid concerns about limited access for low-income families.

Private investment in youth sports, now a $40 billion industry, is facing scrutiny from state and federal authorities. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are investigating anticompetitive practices by companies like Black Bear Sports Group, which critics claim raises costs and limits access for families.

Stephanie Chatfield, wife of former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield, was sentenced to six months of probation and a $2,000 fine after pleading guilty to embezzling funds from a nonprofit linked to her husband's political activities. Lee Chatfield faces 13 felony charges for allegedly diverting over $130,000 in public and private funds for personal use, while his aides Rob and Anne Minard were charged with embezzling $525,000 from the same nonprofit.

Private investment in youth sports, now a $40 billion industry, is drawing scrutiny from state and federal regulators due to rising costs and anticompetitive practices. Investigations into Black Bear Sports Group in Michigan and Texas focus on practices that may limit access and inflate prices for families. Families often spend thousands annually on sports-related expenses, raising concerns about affordability and exclusivity.

Youth sports, a $40 billion industry, faces scrutiny over rising costs and anticompetitive practices, with state investigations into companies like Black Bear Sports Group. Families spend thousands on sports, leading to concerns about accessibility. Michigan's Democrat AG Dana Nessel and Republican Texas AG Ken Paxton are investigating potential issues in youth hockey.

Private investment in youth sports, now a $40 billion industry, has drawn scrutiny from state and federal regulators due to rising costs and anticompetitive practices. Investigations are underway in Michigan and Texas targeting youth hockey organizations like Black Bear Sports Group, accused of limiting access and inflating prices for families.

Two co-defendants in the Whitmer kidnapping plot, Pete Musico and Paul Bellar, had their convictions overturned by the Michigan Court of Appeals, citing the same legal reasoning as a prior ruling in Joseph Morrison's case. The court determined that kidnapping alone, without explicit use of force, cannot form the basis for terrorism-related charges under Michigan law. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced plans to appeal the decision.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and environmental activists highlighted rising energy costs and pollution linked to the Trump administration's extension of the J.H. Campbell coal plant's operation. A Public Policy Polling survey showed 71% of western Michigan respondents reported increased electricity bills, with farmers and faith leaders emphasizing economic and moral concerns.

Michigan state agencies approved permits for Enbridge's Line 5 tunnel project, advancing the company's efforts to construct a utility tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac. Tribes and environmental advocates oppose the project, citing risks of oil spills and unstable geological conditions, while Enbridge claims the tunnel will mitigate future anchor strike risks.

Michigan is conducting mandatory public testing of voting machines ahead of the August primary to ensure accuracy and security. The testing, starting July 24, allows voters to observe tabulators counting test ballots, with results stored separately from actual election materials. County clerks oversee equipment selection and maintenance, and all elections use paper ballots machine-counted.

A federal board overseeing futures trading blocked Kalshi, a prediction market platform, from canceling existing sports betting contracts in response to a Michigan court order requiring the company to stop offering such contracts to state residents. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission argued that federal law prohibits states from forcing registered entities to violate federal regulations, while Michigan's attorney general claimed the state must protect residents and enforce its sports betting laws.

Michigan is set to receive $436,605 from a $150 million settlement involving 42 states over 23andMe’s 2023 genetic data breach affecting 6.9 million customers, including 163,000 Michiganders. The settlement follows 23andMe’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in March 2025, limiting payouts to $18 million for states and a $46.75 million class-action settlement for affected consumers. The company sold its consumer data to TTAM Research Institute to ensure safer data custody.

A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction to two Michigan anti-abortion organizations challenging a state employment law requiring them to hire candidates with conflicting beliefs on abortion and cover abortion care in employee benefits. The judge ruled the law likely violates the First Amendment, halting enforcement until the Michigan Supreme Court interprets its application.

Brian Powell, a Brighton man, was sentenced to two years' probation for falsifying water safety reports at Michigan mobile home parks. He pleaded guilty to three counts of forgery and violated the Safe Drinking Water Act by submitting falsified test results for private water systems.

Michigan will receive $936,540 from a $45 million multi-state settlement with Block, the parent company of Cash App, over allegations of misleading users about the app's safety and inadequate fraud protection. The settlement addresses practices such as a fast sign-up process that enabled fraud and a lack of customer support, which led to scams targeting users.

Heather Lombardini pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of using a computer to commit a crime, resolving charges related to the Unlock Michigan fundraising scandal. The case involved allegations of funneling funds from Michigan business donors to support the ballot proposal aimed at repealing Michigan’s gubernatorial emergency powers law during the pandemic. Sandra Baxter also pleaded guilty to a reduced charge in a related case.

The US Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to Detroit, Lansing, and East Lansing for the August 4 primary. Michigan officials, including Attorney General Dana Nessel and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, have criticized the move as baseless accusations, asserting state control over elections. The DOJ's action follows increased scrutiny of Michigan elections amid claims by the Trump administration about election integrity.

Michigan immigrant advocates and community members celebrated the U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of President Donald Trump’s attempt to overhaul birthright citizenship, calling it a major victory that upholds the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship for children born on U.S. soil. The 6-3 ruling affirms that citizenship is not subject to executive action, with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center highlighting its significance in protecting constitutional rights.

Macomb County Elder Justice Alliance helped a 90-year-old woman, Nancy Fahringer, avoid eviction after she lost $7,000 to a romance scam. The alliance, comprising law enforcement, prosecutors, legal aid, and advocates, intervened to prevent her eviction and provided support.

Temujin Kensu, serving a life sentence for a 1986 murder conviction he claims is wrongful, has exhausted legal avenues for release after courts and a conviction integrity unit rejected his appeals. His supporters, including the Michigan Innocence Clinic, argue evidence shows he was hundreds of miles away during the crime and that his trial was compromised by witness issues. His final chance for freedom lies in a clemency appeal to Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

A BP gas station in Romulus near Detroit Metro Airport is accused of charging up to 72% more than competitors, prompting an investigation by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The station, operated by William Bazzi of M-Twelve Fuels, LLC, recently dropped prices after a confrontation with investigators, but faces allegations of persistent price gouging.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has abandoned plans to convert a Romulus warehouse into a detention center, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) now intends to sell the property. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the city of Romulus had sued to block the conversion, citing concerns over the facility's suitability and proximity to residential areas.

Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that ICE has abandoned its plan to convert a Romulus warehouse into an immigration detention center, leading to its sale. The facility, purchased by ICE in February 2026, was acquired without notice to Michigan or the City of Romulus and without meeting statutory requirements.

The City of Romulus announced that plans for a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility at a former commercial warehouse have been scrapped, with the building to be sold instead. The city filed a pending lawsuit against the facility, citing concerns over its proximity to schools, residential neighborhoods, and wetlands, as well as inadequate infrastructure and violations of zoning ordinances.

ICE has canceled plans to repurpose a Romulus warehouse into a detention center, as confirmed by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The facility, purchased in 2026, was opposed by local residents and officials, leading to a lawsuit alleging violations of environmental and intergovernmental laws. ICE will now offload the property instead of proceeding with the detention center.

Dana Nessel announced that ICE will offload a Romulus warehouse previously considered as a future detention center. A rally with hundreds of demonstrators opposed the proposed ICE facility outside Romulus City Hall.

Federal immigration officials have abandoned plans to convert a Romulus warehouse into an immigration detention center following a lawsuit filed by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the city of Romulus. The lawsuit cited concerns about the site's proximity to schools, floodplain status, and inadequate infrastructure, leading to the decision to sell the property instead of proceeding with the facility.

Florida's attorneys general have not intervened in recent utility rate cases despite significant increases by Florida Power & Light and other utilities. In contrast, attorneys general in Arizona, Michigan, and North Carolina have taken action to challenge rate hikes. Florida's Public Service Commission, tasked with regulating utilities, has faced criticism for being ineffective in controlling rising energy costs.

A BP gas station near Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus is under investigation by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel for allegedly charging up to 72% more than competitors. The station, operated by William Bazzi of M-Twelve Fuels, LLC, has faced over 16 consumer complaints in 2025 and 2026, with recent prices as high as $5.89 per gallon for cash compared to nearby stations charging $3.48 to $4.07. Prices dropped to $5.14 per gallon after a confrontation with investigators.

The Michigan Attorney General's Office is investigating a BP gas station near Detroit Metro Airport for allegedly charging gas prices 22% to 72% higher than competitors. The station, owned by M-Twelve Fuels and William Bazzi, faced over 16 complaints in 2025-2026, prompting a lawsuit under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act. Prices dropped from $5.99 to $5.24 per gallon after the investigation began.