Michigan Budget Battles: Whitmer’s Proposals and GOP Resistance
February 13, 2026
Governor Whitmer’s 2026 budget faces GOP opposition on tax hikes, with potential election year pressure to finalize it.
Governor Whitmer’s 2026 budget faces GOP opposition on tax hikes, with potential election year pressure to finalize it.
The EPA’s repeal of a 2009 report on greenhouse gases sparks concern in Michigan about environmental and health impacts.
Professors Ilya Kolmanovsky, Chris Ruf, and Karen A. Thole join the National Academy of Engineering, a top U.S. honor.
The University of Michigan mourns the loss of Ralph T. Yang, a leader in chemical engineering, whose legacy endures.
A civil rights attorney, Amir Makled, announces a run for the University of Michigan Board of Regents, seeking change.
Chris Swanson calls for progressive criminal justice, opposes private prisons, and prioritizes K-12 funding in Michigan.
Governor Whitmer proposes an $88.1 billion austerity budget focusing on education and health, facing GOP opposition.
Michigan Rep. Bill Huizenga’s wealth has increased significantly during his time in Congress, despite not seeking federal funds.
President Trump threatens to delay Gordie Howe Bridge opening, claiming unfair treatment by Canada. Windsor’s mayor counters.
Two people were convicted in an election petition scandal that affected Michigan’s 2022 gubernatorial race.
A Washington grand jury refused to indict Democratic lawmakers over a video urging military members to resist illegal orders.
A federal judge dismissed a DOJ lawsuit seeking Michigan’s voter rolls, rejecting efforts to access state voter data.
