Blog categorized as State Politics

No Word On Redistricting Commission Appeals Process; Farewell To Resigning Commissioners

01/02/24 03:16 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)

The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (MICRC) did not vote, due to lack of quorum, on whether to appeal the ruling in Agee v. Benson that found the state's legislative district maps violate the U.S. Voting Rights Act.

MRP's Special Meeting Won't Take Place

12/27/23 02:49 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)

The special meeting called by the Michigan Republican Party (MRP) scheduled for Wednesday is no longer taking place, said Bree Moggenberg of the 2nd Congressional District and executive member of the party's State Committee.

Lawmakers Pledge Ethics Reforms In Wake Of Minard Charges

12/26/23 04:09 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)

Democratic leadership in the House and Senate pledged transparency and ethics reform today in response to the combined 21 criminal charges against Rob and Anne Minard for bilking at least $525,000 out of various political action committees and 501(c)4s.