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In Michigan, abortion could come down to voters in November

Abortion is still legal in Michigan but it's the subject of litigation, is moving toward the ballot as a state constitutional amendment and will be a big issue in the competitive race for governor.

WEKU

Some States Restrict Abortion After Dobbs, Others Rush To Protect Access

Plus: What overturning Roe means for Republicans' future, court halts ban of Juul products, and more...

Reason

Abortion ruling could spur 'political earthquake' ahead of pivotal Michigan election

LANSING, Mich. — A landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that ended a nationwide constitutional right to abortion shook the political landscape in Michigan with Democrats contending the decision will energize their party less than five months ahead of a pivotal midterm election.

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With Roe overturned, Canada could become an abortion destination

The Bloor West Village Women’s Clinic in Toronto has had very few American patients, despite advertising its abortion services internationally. That may be about to change.

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Democratic strongholds plot strategy to ensure abortion access

California, Washington and Oregon formed an alliance to ensure abortion access on the West Coast. Michigan’s leader asked the state’s highest court to rule quickly on her suit seeking to codify rights to the procedure. And in Illinois, the governor demanded a special legislative session.

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What loss of Roe means for women who want abortions in Michigan

Abortions continue to be legal in Michigan after a 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court decision on Friday that overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision enshrining abortion rights in the U.S. Constitution.

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MI GOPer wants holiday honoring rioters

"The violent insurrection has been orchestrated by the radical left," state Rep. Steve Carra falsely claimed

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GOP lawmaker floats new abortion ban with 10-year penalty; Gov. Whitmer calls it 'scary'

LANSING, Mich. — A Republican lawmaker has introduced a bill prohibiting abortion at all stages of pregnancy that would make the provision of an abortion equivalent to manslaughter, a 10-year felony carrying an up to $100,000 fine.

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Michigan set to pay $200,000 on 2020 lawsuit over Gov. Whitmer's COVID pandemic orders

DETROIT — The state of Michigan will pay about $200,000 in attorney fees and costs in relation to a lawsuit that toppled Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's emergency powers more than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tribune News Service

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is joining the Biden administration

Bottoms was considered for the role of vice president during Joe Biden's 2020 presidential campaign.

WEKU

Craig announces write-in campaign in Mich. governor's race

DETROIT — Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig, who was disqualified from the gubernatorial ballot for the August primary amid alleged petition forgeries, announced Thursday that he intends to run as a write-in candidate.

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Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley arrested on Jan. 6 riot-related charges

ALLENDALE, Mich. — FBI agents arrested Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley on Thursday on misdemeanor charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol, injecting a new round of turmoil into Michigan's upcoming primary election.

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Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate Kelley arrested on Jan. 6 riot-related charges

FBI agents arrested Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley on misdemeanor charges related to the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.

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Man accused of killing Wisconsin judge dies in hospital

A man accused of killing a retired Wisconsin judge and who had a list in his vehicle that included prominent national political figures has died

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GOP effort to combat voter ‘fraud’ falls victim to fraud

The petition drive is one of many GOP efforts that have been derailed by fraudulent signatures in recent weeks

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Buttigieg tests positive for COVID after Michigan visit

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms, he wrote Monday on Twitter.

Salon

Alleged killer had Whitmer on "hit list"

Law enforcement investigates possible domestic terrorism after retired judge found zip-tied and fatally shot

Salon

Mich. "voter fraud" fight hit with fraud

More petition fraud in Michigan: Another GOP campaign in the Mitten State gets sidetracked by phony signatures

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Wisconsin gunman's list included Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's name

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's name appeared on a list of a gunman who's suspected in the killing of a retired judge in Wisconsin, her office said Saturday.

The Independent UK

Spokesman: Whitmer was on Wisconsin gunman's list of targets

A gunman suspected of fatally shooting a retired county judge at a Wisconsin home was sentenced to prison by him nearly two decades ago, online court records show, and had a list of targets that included Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

Axios

Gretchen Whitmer's office says she was on 'hit list' found with suspect accused of killing judge

The suspect, identified to reporters by the Wisconsin DOJ as Douglas K. Uhde, is accused of killing former Juneau County Circuit Court Judge John Roemer.

The Independent UK

Mitch McConnell and Gretchen Whitmer named on ‘hit list’ of gunman suspected of killing judge at his home

Judge John Roemer, 68, was found ziptied to a chair at his New Lisbon, Wisconsin, home on Friday

Reason

To Promote Public Safety, Michigan Authorizes Cops To Rob Travelers at Airports

The change represents a substantial reversal of civil forfeiture reforms aimed at protecting innocent property owners.

WEKU

Why several Republican candidates for Michigan governor were blocked from the ballot

State officials blocked five GOP candidates from the ballot after signatures they submitted included alleged forgeries. The Republicans said they were unaware of problems with the signatures.

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