Michigan Democrats

New Report Exposes Mike Rogers’ Pay-to-Play Relationship with the Morouns as He Backs Threats to Gordie Howe Bridge - Michigan Democratic Party LANSING — A new report from the Detroit Metro Times reveals that GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers has maintained a close, pay-to-play relationship with the billionaire owners of the Ambassador…

“Mike Rogers’ corrupt pay-to-play relationship with the Morouns is a decades-long betrayal of Michigan. Rogers has once again chosen his billionaire donors’ interests over Michigan families—and voters will hold him accountable in November.” michigandems.com/new-report-e...

Labor Voices: Educators need support to maximize state literacy efforts Michigan is investing $625 million to boost student literacy, focusing on research-based methods and educator support.

Teachers see Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's literacy plan as a key step forward in their work to help our kids thrive. www.detroitnews.com/story/opinio...

Moroun family backed Mike Rogers as he defends blocking Gordie Howe bridge - Detroit Metro Times For years, the billionaire Moroun family fought to stop the publicly owned Gordie Howe International Bridge from breaking their monopoly at the Detroit-Windsor border. They poured millions into…

REPORT: Mike Rogers has maintained a close, pay-to-play relationship with the billionaire owners of the Ambassador Bridge—serving for decades as one of the Moroun family’s “reliable allies” in their quest to block the competing Gordie Howe Bridge. www.metrotimes.com/news/politic...

Across the U.S., changes to SNAP benefits are kicking in President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act expanded work requirements for receiving SNAP benefits. Implementation of these changes varied by state and county, with some places starting on Sunday.

Trump's cruel SNAP cuts are hitting millions of families around the country, including here in Michigan. Meanwhile, Trump's billionaire donors are rolling in extra cash thanks to the massive GOP tax giveaway. Talk about backwards priorities. www.npr.org/2026/03/02/n...

Oil surges, stocks tumble as fears of prolonged Iran war hit markets The Dow dropped more than 400 points and the S&P 500 fell nearly 1% amid a global sell-off as concerns about the conflict grow.

Trump told voters he'd deliver lower prices, peace and stability. Americans are getting exactly the opposite. The Trump agenda is a disaster. www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/i...

'Mike Rogers Thinks You're a Sucker' For many Michiganders, myself included, Mike Rogers represents everything people hate about politics.

ICYMI: "Mike Rogers has shown us who he works for, and it's not Michigan families. Now, it's time we jam that revolving door shut—and keep Mike Rogers on the outside where he belongs." - @jasonmorganmi.bsky.social www.deadlinedetroit.com/articles/342...

Michigan Attorney General warns of fake toll violation scam texts Nessel urged residents never to share personal and financial information after receiving an urgent text message.

PSA: @DanaNessel.bsky.social is warning Michiganders to watch out for scam texts claiming you have a toll violation. Protect yourself from scammers, and be glad we have an AG who's looking our for all of us! www.woodtv.com/news/michiga...

Supreme Court declines to hear twice-dismissed case on Michigan voter rolls • Michigan Advance On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, challenging the state’s process for canceling the voter registration for dead…

GOP extremists keep trying to push false claims about Michigan's voter rolls—and the courts keep slapping them down. Will they finally stop pushing this conspiracy nonsense now that SCOTUS has declined? michiganadvance.com/briefs/supre...

'Mike Rogers Thinks You're a Sucker' For many Michiganders, myself included, Mike Rogers represents everything people hate about politics. It’s not just that he enabled our broken system - he made money on it.

“For many Michiganders, myself included, Mike Rogers represents everything people hate about politics. It’s not just that he enabled our broken system - he made money on it.” - @JasonMorganmi.bsky.social www.deadlinedetroit.com/articles/342...

Michigan gas prices expected to rise after U.S. strikes on Iran AAA says state prices reached $2.99 and could rise further as oil jumps 10% and analysts warn the Iran conflict may push gas up 30–85 cents.

Trump promised to lower prices and end wars. Instead he's dragging America into a new war—without Congressional approval—and driving up prices for all of us. www.freep.com/story/news/l...

State Rep. Jason Morgan: 'Mike Rogers Thinks You're a Sucker' The author is a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives representing the 23rd District. Former Congressman Mike Rogers is a Republican running for the U.S. Senate.

🆕 My Op-Ed for Deadline Detroit:

Republican U.S. Senate candidate "Mike Rogers represents everything people hate about politics. It’s not just that he enabled our broken system - he made money on it."

www.deadlinedetroit.com/articles/342...

The Top 1% Now Control Nearly a Third of America’s Wealth The wealthiest 1% of U.S. households controlled 31.7% of the nation’s wealth in the third quarter of 2025, the highest since World War II.

Trump and his GOP lackeys slashed taxes for the ultra-rich and cut Medicaid and SNAP for you. Now the wealthiest Americans control almost 1/3 of the country's wealth while working people struggle to pay the bills. That's the GOP agenda in action. finance.yahoo.com/news/top-1-n...

We couldn't be more excited to welcome Governor Andy Beshear to our 2026 Legacy Dinner to celebrate Gretchen Whitmer and help us build the operation we need to deliver wins up and down the ballot this November. Join us! michigandems.com/legacy-dinner-2026

The polls are clear. Americans want Trump to focus on making our lives better and our country stronger—not dragging us into another war. www.cnn.com/2026/03/02/p...

ICYMI: Michigan Republican Uses Campaign Fund to Pay Son Charged with Domestic Battery - Michigan Democratic Party A week after he was arraigned, Rep. Jamie Thompson’s campaign paid her son $1,220 LANSING — In case you missed it, The Detroit News reported that State Rep. Jamie Thompson used donor money to pay her…

ICYMI: The Detroit News reported that State Rep. Jamie Thompson used donor money to pay her son more than $24,000 in consulting fees over the last two years, including after he was charged with domestic violence in September of 2025. michigandems.com/icymi-michig...

Debbie Dingell secures federal funding, over $1M for Ypsilanti projects Congresswoman Debbie Dingell secured over $1 million for two Ypsilanti projects: the YCUA Water Main Improvement Project and the City of Ypsilanti Cross Street and Prospect Street Bridge…

Democrats deliver! @DebbieDingell.house.gov is bringing funding back from Washington that will benefit people in her district and across Michigan. Meanwhile, Republicans are busy being a rubber stamp for Trump's price-hiking agenda. www.easternecho.com/article/2026...

Michigan AG sues DHS, FEMA over canceled terrorism prevention grants Michigan Attorney General Nessel sues DHS and FEMA over ending grants that help fund multiple violence prevention programs in the state.

The Trump administration is recklessly cutting grants that help keep Michiganders safe and prevent terrorist attacks. But every time Trump tries to cancel a critical program or violate our rights, @DanaNessel.bsky.social fights back. www.wtol.com/article/news...

GOP senators warn Justice Department to release all Epstein files mentioning Trump Republican senators are putting pressure on Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Justice Department to release all files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that mention President Trump’s name.

Even Trump's allies are fed up with the games the DOJ is playing with the Epstein files. The law was clear, and it's just as clear that the Trump administration is doing everything it can to hide information the public deserves. thehill.com/homenews/sen...

The IRS broke the law by disclosing confidential information to ICE 42,695 times, judge says A federal judge said that the IRS broke the law by illegally sharing thousands of taxpayers’ addresses with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A federal judge just found the Trump IRS illegally disclosed confidential taxpayer data to DHS, affecting tens of thousands of taxpayers. This administration is running roughshod over our laws, our rights and our Constitution. apnews.com/article/irs-...

Trump's EPA is rolling back rules that required coal plants to clean up their toxic ash. As heavy metals and other pollution are seeping into Michigan groundwater, polluters get off the hook while Michiganders pay the price. www.mlive.com/environment/...

The IRS broke the law by disclosing confidential information to ICE 42,695 times, judge says A federal judge said that the IRS broke the law by illegally sharing thousands of taxpayers’ addresses with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A federal judge just found the Trump IRS illegally disclosed confidential taxpayer data to DHS, affecting tens of thousands of taxpayers. This administration is running roughshod over our laws, our rights and our Constitution. apnews.com/article/irs-...

Gov. Andy Beshear to Join MDP’s 2026 Legacy Dinner Honoring Gov. Whitmer - Michigan Democratic Party DETROIT — Today, the Michigan Democratic Party announced that Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will be the special guest at its 2026 Legacy Dinner on Saturday, April 18, and join Michigan Democrats in…

“We’re thrilled to welcome Governor Andy Beshear to Michigan and join us in celebrating Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who has been one of the most transformational governors in our state’s history.” -MDP Chair @CurtisHertelJr.bsky.social michigandems.com/gov-andy-bes...

“Michigan Economy Takes a Hit” As Mike Rogers Backs Threats Against Canada, Gordie Howe Bridge - Michigan Democratic Party LANSING — New reporting from The Detroit News finds that “Canadian visits to southeast Michigan fell 30% from 2024 to 2025,” which has taken a toll on Michigan’s economy and “especially hurt Detroit b...

“While Michigan’s economy suffers because of Trump’s reckless trade war with Canada, Mike Rogers is focused on playing politics and serving his billionaire Moroun family donors." michigandems.com/michigan-eco...

Whitmer’s final State of the State speech to include pitches on medical debt, housing reforms • Michigan Advance Gov. Gretchen Gretchen Whitmer will highlight her record after nearly a decade in office as Michigan’s chief executive Wednesday evening, but don’t expect the governor’s eighth and final State of the…

Real leadership is about looking for solutions and working to deliver. From literacy to housing to the cost of medical care, Gretchen Whitmer laid out a vision for a Michigan where we can all thrive in her final State of the State last night. michiganadvance.com/2026/02/25/w...

Investigation reveals DOJ withheld Epstein files mentioning Trump A new NPR investigation reveals the Department of Justice withheld portions of the Jeffrey Epstein files that contain allegations involving President Trump. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee…

What is Trump's administration working so hard to hide? www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...

NEW: Price Hike Mike’s Tariffs Helped Cut UAW Workers’ Profit-Sharing Checks by 40% This Year - Michigan Democratic Party LANSING — As multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers doubles down on supporting Trump’s reckless tariffs, the average payout for UAW hourly workers at the Big Three automakers just plummeted…

“UAW workers are seeing smaller profit-sharing checks this year because Republicans like Mike Rogers are hell-bent on spiking costs and undermining Michigan automakers.” michigandems.com/new-price-hi...

Allies applaud Whitmer’s literacy push as GOP House looms, progressives look for action • Michigan Advance Although some view the student-centered education proposals unveiled Wednesday by Gretchen Whitmer in her final State of the State address as a proven way to address childhood literacy, others doubt…

In Gretchen Whitmer's final State of the State, she unveiled bold proposals for proven strategies to boost literacy for our kids, including "teaching reading skills earlier, and fully funding free, full-day pre-kindergarten for all children in Michigan." michiganadvance.com/2026/02/26/a...

Mike Rogers Still Silent as Trump’s Invitation to China “Ratcheted Up” Interest in Chinese Cars - Michigan Democratic Party LANSING — As multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers refuses to speak out against Trump’s call to “let China come in” to the U.S. auto market, new reporting from The Detroit News finds “[U.S.…

“While Trump rolls out the red carpet for China, Mike Rogers refuses to speak out—betraying Michigan automakers and the thousands of workers whose livelihoods hang in the balance.” - @CurtisHertelJr.bsky.social michigandems.com/mike-rogers-...

Tariffs cost American shoppers. They're unlikely to get that money back After the Supreme Court declared the emergency tariffs illegal, the refund process will be messy and will go to businesses first.

Companies paid tariffs, then passed the costs along to us. Now that Trump's tariffs have been ruled illegal, big corporations are suing for a refund. But once again consumers will almost certainly be left in the cold. www.npr.org/2026/02/26/n...

Watch, read Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's final State of the State address - Bridge Michigan Watch Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's final 2026 State of the State address, or read the full speech, as prepared for delivery.

Last night, Gov. Whitmer laid out a powerful, hopeful vision for our state. One where we invest in our communities, build trust and work together for the future our kids deserve. If you missed it, watch or read here: bridgemi.com/michigan-gov...