Michigan Bureau of Elections
Coverage of Michigan Bureau of Elections in the Nexus archive.
- State of the Race: Democrats line up behind Benson, Republicans face off in brutal two-way primary
The Democratic field for Michigan's governor is united behind Jocelyn Benson, while Republicans face a contentious primary between John James and Perry Johnson. The two GOP candidates have engaged in legal battles, mutual attacks, and policy disagreements over tax cuts and data center regulations. Johnson self-funds his campaign with significant personal wealth, while James relies on PAC support and raised less overall.
- ‘Money out of politics’ proposal cleared for Michigan ballot
A proposal to ban political spending by Michigan's regulated utilities and large government contractors has cleared a key step toward the ballot. The bipartisan Board of State Canvassers certified petition signatures, allowing the measure to proceed to the November election unless the Legislature acts within 40 days. Opponents argue the initiative suppresses free speech, while supporters claim it reduces corporate influence.
- State canvassers finds Michigan’s ‘Money out of Politics’ effort has sufficient valid signatures
Michigan's 'Money out of Politics' ballot initiative has sufficient valid signatures after the Board of State Canvassers approved it 3-1, despite opposition from Protect MI Free Speech. The petition, which aims to ban utility companies and government contractors from making campaign contributions, must now meet legal standards for wording before moving to the Legislature or a statewide vote.
- Brink attacks Maasdam after supporter files complaint over alleged AI use in PAC advertisement
A political action committee accused of using AI in an ad without disclosure faces criticism from Bridget Brink, a congressional candidate, who claims the ad falsely links her to Donald Trump. The complaint alleges the ad manipulates Trump's video to show him with a portfolio featuring Brink, which was AI-generated. Brink's campaign linked the PAC to another group supporting her opponent, Matt Maasdam.
- Michigan revokes Antrim County clerk’s access to voter roll after unauthorized cancellations
Michigan's Bureau of Elections revoked Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop's access to the state's voter roll after she allegedly altered or canceled voter registrations without authorization. The state cited her actions as non-compliant with election law, noting that such tasks fall under city and township clerks' responsibilities, not county clerks. Bishop, a Republican, has faced ongoing disputes with state authorities over her efforts to 'clean up' voter registration data.