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States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year
More than a dozen Republican governors gathered in Eagle Pass in February, heeding a call from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to confront what he labeled “President Joe Biden’s border crisis.” The governors, along with other GOP state leaders, vowed to send another round of National Guard troops from their states to the Texas-Mexico border. With shifts […] The post States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Lawsuit seeks to overturn Michigan’s ban on conversion therapy for minors
A lawsuit was filed Friday in federal court seeking to overturn Michigan’s ban on conversion therapy for minors, which seeks to change the sexual orientation and gender identity of LGBTQ+ individuals, alleging it violates the free speech rights of Catholic counselors. The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, […] The post Lawsuit seeks to overturn Michigan’s ban on conversion therapy for minors appeared first on Michigan Advance.
When courts dodge and delay abortion questions, pregnant people pay the price
All eyes were on the U.S. Supreme Court recently as it issued opinions that blatantly dodged urgent questions about abortion access nationwide. At the same time, a Michigan court lifted restrictions, expanding access in our state. This isn’t the first time Michigan has found itself an oasis of reason in the position of expanding access […] The post When courts dodge and delay abortion questions, pregnant people pay the price appeared first on Michigan Advance.
How you’ll know Dems are serious about dumping Biden
With former President Donald Trump being rushed off stage after shots were fired at his Pennsylvania rally, the only thing that’s safe to say that nobody knows what’s going to happen next in U.S. politics or the 2024 election. The events on Saturday are tragic and police have reported that at least one attendee is dead, as is the […] The post How you’ll know Dems are serious about dumping Biden appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler rally
Updated, 7:50 p.m., 7/14/24 The FBI said early Sunday it had identified the man who shot former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler on Saturday as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park. Crooks was killed at the scene. Trump was pronounced safe shortly after the incident. Corey Comperatore, 50, of Sarver, […] The post Victims and shooter identified in assassination attempt on Trump at Butler rally appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Michigan leaders send prayers to Trump after shooting, condemn political violence
Updated, 1:50 p.m. 7/15/24 A chaotic scene unfolded after gunshots rang out at a former President Donald Trump rally Saturday in Butler, Penn., with law enforcement confirming that an attendee and the shooter, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, are dead. Trump said that a bullet grazed his ear, but his campaign said he was “fine” […] The post Michigan leaders send prayers to Trump after shooting, condemn political violence appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Trump ‘safe’ after shooting at campaign rally in Butler; one spectator and suspected gunman killed
BUTLER — Former President Donald Trump is recovering Saturday after a shooting at a campaign rally in Butler that left a rally-goer and the gunman dead, authorities said. Two people were critically injured in the incident, according to the U.S. Secret Service. Shortly after Trump took the stage at about 6 p.m., several loud pops […] The post Trump ‘safe’ after shooting at campaign rally in Butler; one spectator and suspected gunman killed appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Biden jokes about age while stumping in Oakland County, says he’s optimistic for America’s future
Contesting with daily proclamations from Democratic Party members that he should drop from the presidential race amid concerns for his age and health, President Joe Biden came to Michigan Friday to inspire confidence in his campaign. Ahead of speaking to a larger crowd at Renaissance High School in Detroit, Biden visited Garage Grill & Fuel […] The post Biden jokes about age while stumping in Oakland County, says he’s optimistic for America’s future appeared first on Michigan Advance.
In Detroit, Biden vows to stay in the race and lays out plans for his 1st days of a 2nd term
President Joe Biden rallied a lively crowd waving “Motown is Joetown” and “We Heart Joe” signs in Detroit Friday evening, emphasizing that he will not leave the presidential race. “You made me the nominee,” Biden said at Renaissance High School. “No one else. Not the press; not the pundits; not the insiders; not the donors. […] The post In Detroit, Biden vows to stay in the race and lays out plans for his 1st days of a 2nd term appeared first on Michigan Advance.
A presidential nominee drops out. What happens to states’ ballots?
This special report was written with contributions from States Newsroom’s 39 state news bureaus. WASHINGTON — The Electoral College could help Democrats avoid a complicated situation in the event President Joe Biden withdraws from the race after his name is printed on ballots. States Newsroom reporters and editors in the network’s 39 states explored how […] The post A presidential nominee drops out. What happens to states’ ballots? appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Legislative Detroit Caucus signs letter of ‘unwavering support’ for Biden
As President Biden is set to campaign in Detroit Friday, he is being met with solid support from a key constituency. Fourteen Democrats, who are all part of the Michigan Legislative Detroit Caucus, signed onto a letter Thursday expressing “unwavering support for President Joe Biden” as the Democratic nominee. Among those who signed was state […] The post Legislative Detroit Caucus signs letter of ‘unwavering support’ for Biden appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Key GOP lawmaker calls on Michigan prisons head to resign over staffing concerns
The ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee on Thursday called on Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) Director Heidi Washington to resign, pointing to safety concerns created by a shortage of corrections officers. “The lack of effective leadership is directly undermining the mental health and wellbeing of those who put their lives on the line […] The post Key GOP lawmaker calls on Michigan prisons head to resign over staffing concerns appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Republican lawmaker wants hunting rights expanded in Michigan
As the Michigan Natural Resources Commission weighed plans for managing Michigan’s deer population on Thursday, state Rep. Cam Cavitt (R-Cheboygan) has called on lawmakers to act on efforts expanding deer hunting season to address overpopulation in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. According to Michigan State Police, there were more than 58,000 vehicle-deer crashes in 2022. “Hunting is […] The post Republican lawmaker wants hunting rights expanded in Michigan appeared first on Michigan Advance.
If you’re an elected Democrat, speak up now
About a year ago, I wrote a column warning Democrats that they were “walking toward a cliff with their eyes closed.” “What happens,” I asked, “if Joe Biden is incapacitated a year or 15 months from now? What then?” Biden isn’t incapacitated, but his fumbling performance during the first presidential debate — and then a flurry […] The post If you’re an elected Democrat, speak up now appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Michigan voters unlikely to see any statewide proposals on ballot in November
Monday was the deadline for petitions to be filed for proposed citizen-initiated constitutional amendments to make the November general election ballot, and none of the eight separate efforts made it across the finish line. The Michigan Secretary of State’s office confirmed for the Michigan Advance that the July 8 deadline expired with no signed petitions […] The post Michigan voters unlikely to see any statewide proposals on ballot in November appeared first on Michigan Advance.
U.S. lawmakers, advocates ask FDA to approve use of psychedelics for PTSD treatment
U.S. lawmakers and veteran advocates joined forces outside the U.S. Capitol Wednesday to ask the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) to approve an emerging treatment for PTSD – MDMA, or ecstasy, to assist therapy sessions. An art installation of 150,000 dog tags accompanied the press conference, a display speakers said illustrated the lives of veterans ended […] The post U.S. lawmakers, advocates ask FDA to approve use of psychedelics for PTSD treatment appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Whitmer still steadfast in shoring up support for Biden, says cognitive testing wouldn’t ‘hurt’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer spent a second day on national television Wednesday for her book tour. But once again, she ended up trying to stem a growing chorus of doubt about President Joe Biden’s viability as a candidate and said she didn’t “think it would hurt” if Biden and former President Donald Trump both took a […] The post Whitmer still steadfast in shoring up support for Biden, says cognitive testing wouldn’t ‘hurt’ appeared first on Michigan Advance.
In Flint, HHS secretary stresses Biden admin health care efforts as pharmacies face challenges
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra on Wednesday joined members of the Michigan Pharmacists Association and local pharmacists in Flint to highlight President Joe Biden’s health care efforts. Pharmacists applauded the Biden administration’s proposals in the Inflation Reduction Act capping insulin copays at $35 for Medicare Advantage and Part D […] The post In Flint, HHS secretary stresses Biden admin health care efforts as pharmacies face challenges appeared first on Michigan Advance.
A tiny minority holds 336 million Americans at gunpoint
If anyone doubted the downward spiral of our country, one look at the U.S. Supreme Court would disabuse them of the notion. For the past two, three years, “The Leonard Leo Six” — as MSNBC political commentator and “The Reidout” host Joy Reid describes them — have taken a flame thrower to the rights and […] The post A tiny minority holds 336 million Americans at gunpoint appeared first on Michigan Advance.
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