American politician and lawyer, Michigan Attorney General since 2019
The Department of Homeland Security has paused and is reviewing thepurchase of 11 warehouses made under Kristi Noem’s leadership. The department is now moving to utilize existing detention space with state and county partners as it weighs next steps and potential disposal of several facilities.
McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, leaving a two-person race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. The move intensifies competition in a key battleground state as Democrats weigh electability ahead of November.
Progressive candidates win notable primary contests in Michigan, led by an underdog bid that secures a narrow victory in the 7th District. Lawrence defeats Brink and Maasdam, signaling a shift to the left in key swing district races. Other downballot wins illustrate broader momentum for Democratic socialists and allied groups.
The state has released a 101-page report on the Flint water crisis, detailing the history, slow official response, and attempts to press charges against nine officials including Rick Snyder. Attorneys say the document offers a thorough public account, while critics say justice has not been served. The report follows years of health concerns from lead-contaminated water and a series of legal battles.
Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed has apologized for remarks linking a Temple Israel attack to broader context and is pursuing outreach to Jewish voters in Michigan as the race against Republican Mike Rogers intensifies.
The DC Circuit has ruled that the Energy Department exceeded its authority by keeping Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal plant online under emergency powers, despite an earlier plan to retire it in 2025. The decision affects Michigan and other states, with ongoing debates over electricity reliability and costs.