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Are Democrats Planning to Vote in the Republican Primary? Jul 22, 2022

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With the Republican primary just a few weeks away, rumors have started to spread that Democrats are planning to vote in the primary in order to sway the results. One such race is between Bill G. Schuette, son of former Attorney General Bill Schuette, and Midland County Clerk Ann Manary, a pro-choice Republican. WDET’s Cheyna Roth sits down with Gongwer’s Alethia Kasben to unpack what’s really happening. Plus, updates on ballot initiatives and GOP candidate Ryan Kelley.

Whitmer Goes Positive with First TV Ad of the Election Season Jul 20, 2022

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Election season in Michigan brings a flood of candidate ads, and Governor Whitmer just released her first TV ad ahead of November’s gubernatorial election. Instead of going negative against the GOP, Whitmer took a positive posture. WDET's Cheyna Roth is joined by WWMT reporter Rachel Louise Just to break down what that means for the upcoming election.

Ballot Proposal Breakdown Jul 09, 2022

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WDET’s Cheyna Roth is joined by Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger to take a closer look at the proposals to enshrine a right to an abortion in the state constitution and expand voting access.

Attorney General Dana Nessel Hits Roadblock in Flint Water Crisis Case Jul 01, 2022

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The Michigan Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that the office could not use a one-judge grand jury to indict Flint defendants, including former Gov. Rick Snyder. WDET’s Cheyna Roth and The Detroit News’ Beth LeBlanc discuss pressing concerns in the case. Plus, changes in the state’s no-fault insurance law and the main takeaways from the newly-passed $77 billion state budget.

Michigan Lawmakers Try To Meet State Budget Deadline Jun 27, 2022

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Michigan legislators are working on the state budget. The question is: “will they complete a deal by their July 1st deadline?” WDET’s Cheyna Roth is joined by Gongwer Managing Editor Alethia Kasban to talk about key issues that lawmakers are trying to resolve in the next few days.

Michigan Republicans Shut Down Resolution to Commemorate Pride Month Jun 17, 2022

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A resolution to commemorate Pride Month was squashed in the state House and Senate this week. Cheyna Roth and Gongwer managing editor Alethia Kasben talk about why Republicans shut down the non-binding measure. Plus, new developments with crime victim bills, and what to expect as the Legislature works on the budget ahead of summer break.

Trouble With the Law in Michigan GOP Jun 10, 2022

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A Barry County sheriff investigating false claims that the 2020 election was stolen is now under investigation himself. WDET’s Cheyna Roth talks with Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger about the claims. Plus, Cheyna and Craig break down what’s going on with the GOP primary race for governor, including the arrest of gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley for his involvement with the January 6 insurrection.

Highlights from the Mackinac Policy Conference Jun 03, 2022

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Lawmakers and lobbyists flocked to Mackinac Island this week for the annual policy conference. Cheyna Roth talks with first time conference goer Stella Yu of Bridge Michigan to unpack the highlights and get an update on Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s roads promise.

Five Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Kicked Off Primary Ballot May 27, 2022

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The Board of State Canvassers has ruled that five Republican gubernatorial candidates don’t have enough valid petition signatures to make it onto Michigan’s August primary ballot. Craig Mauger from the Detroit News joins Cheyna Roth to talk about problem signatures, forgeries, and the ongoing battle to get on the ballot.

Michigan’s Abortion Ban was Suspended. Now What? May 20, 2022

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A judge says Michigan cannot enforce its 1931 abortion ban. The dormant law is being challenged as it looks like the Supreme Court case ensuring abortion rights in the United States is about to fall. Lauren Gibbons of Bridge Michigan joins Cheyna Roth to talk about what the court decision means and what happens next.