Hillary Scholten

Michigan's congressional primaries for the 2026 general election have mostly determined candidates, with most races decided except the 2nd Congressional District's Democratic race. Key matchups include Jack Bergman vs. Callie Barr in the 1st District, Terri DeBoer challenging Hillary Scholten in the 3rd District, and Bill Huizenga facing Sean McCann in the 4th District.

Leaders of the Democratic Women’s Caucus called on Rep. Max Miller to resign amid a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations from his ex-wife. The leaders cited the alleged abuse as grounds for the resignation request.

The House Democratic Women's Caucus demands Rep. Chuck Edwards resign following the House Ethics Committee's finding that he violated rules on sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The Caucus argues censure, recommended by the Ethics Committee, is insufficient and plans to introduce legislation for harsher penalties for sexual misconduct.

U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten introduced bills to require data centers to report water and energy usage and update Department of Defense efficiency standards. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy is seeking public comment on a draft permit for Oracle and Open AI's data center in Saline Township, with comments due by Aug. 24. A protest against data centers occurred at President Donald Trump's rally at the General Motors Proving Grounds in Milford.

Abdul El-Sayed leads in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, but faces criticism from Rep. Hillary Scholten over associations and campaign conduct. Scholten supports Rep. Haley Stevens, warning that El-Sayed may underperform in a general election. The race highlights Democratic tensions between progressive and establishment factions.

Ads in Michigan’s US Senate race claim Abdul El-Sayed has a history of ‘disrespecting women’ based on past comments and sources, which his campaign calls ‘misleading and offensive.’ A fact-check found the cited examples, including policy critiques of Michelle Obama and Gretchen Whitmer, lacked explicit gender-based or misogynistic language. El-Sayed stated the ads have impacted his family, while opponent Haley Stevens denied the claims.

Lawmakers introduced a bill to ban in-flight phone and video calls, supported by former flight attendants who cite passenger and crew disruptions. The Quiet Skies Act would require the FAA to finalize the ban within 180 days, though airlines like British Airways and Virgin Atlantic currently allow such calls with Starlink WiFi.

U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten is leading House Democrats in demanding answers from the Department of Defense regarding the rescinding of influenza vaccine requirements, which is linked to the death of airman Keon McDaniel during an outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base. Lawmakers requested a formal review of the circumstances surrounding McDaniel's death and information for his family, as well as a briefing on the outbreak and policy changes.

Five Democratic U.S. Representatives from Michigan sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin opposing the development of an ICE detention center in Romulus. The letter cites local opposition, zoning issues, environmental concerns, and lack of consultation with local officials, as well as ongoing legal challenges from Michigan’s attorney general and the city of Romulus.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced 16 felony charges against Democratic donor Fay Beydoun, alleging she used a $20 million state grant for personal enrichment. The grant was intended to attract business activity to Michigan. Beydoun donated over $50,000 to various Democratic campaign committees after receiving the grant.