Michigan Advance
Coverage of Michigan Advance in the Nexus archive.
- Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez make electability case for El-Sayed
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez attended a rally in Lansing, Michigan, to support Abdul El-Sayed's Senate campaign, emphasizing his electability against Haley Stevens in the August primary and Mike Rogers in the November general election. The rally was part of a broader progressive effort to bolster El-Sayed's viability in the race.
- Cox calls James “frickin’ hypocrite” over alleged China ties; James says claim is a “Democrat lie”
Mike Cox accused John James of hypocrisy over alleged China ties, citing 921 imports from China to James' former logistics company during his congressional tenure, including a $1.4 million shipment of Equinox wheel rims. James' campaign denied the claims, stating the company facilitates global supply chains and criticizes Cox's lack of expertise in Michigan's manufacturing sector.
- The Legislature needs to step up and protect our children from synthetic Kratom
The Michigan Legislature faces criticism for delaying legislation to restrict synthetic Kratom sales to minors, despite bipartisan support in the House and growing concerns about its opioid-like effects on youth. Over 30 states have implemented restrictions on synthetic Kratom derivatives, but Michigan's bill remains stalled in the Senate Committee on Government Operations.
- DTE avoids income taxes amid profits, tax hikes
DTE, an energy company, avoided income taxes while reporting $1.5 billion in profits and seeking a $474 million rate hike following a recent $252 million approval. Critics argue this highlights systemic issues at state and federal levels.
- Pence talks about his relationship with Trump, ‘common ground’ at Mackinac Policy Conference
Mike Pence addressed the Mackinac Policy Conference on finding common ground in a divided nation and discussed his relationship with Donald Trump after their 2020 election fallout. He praised Trump's 2016 and 2024 election victories as reflecting public frustration with Washington and a desire to reclaim national governance. The conference emphasized bridging political divides despite skepticism about its feasibility.
- Whitmer signs Selfridge airbase repair funding bill, locking in new F-15EX fighter wing
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bipartisan bill allocating $152 million in state funds and $792 million in federal funds to upgrade Selfridge Air National Guard Base, securing a new F-15EX fighter wing. The funding supports runway improvements and infrastructure necessary for the next generation of fighter jets, with collaboration between state and federal leaders.