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Carter Re-Introduces Legislation to Lower Costs for Workers, Families
LANSING, Mich., July 29, 2026 — Michigan House and Senate Democrats held a press conference today announcing the re-introduction of [...]
Dievendorf, Fellow Lawmakers Call on MDOT to Keep Surveillance Technology Off Michigan Roads
LANSING, Mich., July 27, 2026 — Members of the Michigan Legislature sent a letter to the Michigan Department of Transportation [...]
Letter to the Michigan Department of Transportation
Dear Director Wieferich, As members of the Michigan Legislature, we write to express our serious concerns regarding the Michigan Department [...]
Kalamazoo County Commission Unanimously Supports Rep. Rogers’ Legislation to Add Two Judgeships
Kalamazoo County Commission Unanimously Supports Rep. Rogers’ Legislation to Add Two Judgeships Press Release | Office of State Rep. Julie [...]
Rep. Myers Phillips, Mayor McDonald and Police Chief McMahon Announce $500,000 for Highland Park Justice Center Renovations
Rep. Myers Phillips, Mayor McDonald and Police Chief McMahon Announce $500,000 for Highland Park Justice Center Renovations Photo: Highland Park Police [...]
Gov. Signs Grant’s Housing Bill into Law, Expanding Affordable Housing Projects Across Michigan
Gov. Signs Grant’s Housing Bill into Law, Expanding Affordable Housing Projects Across Michigan Press Release | Rep. Kristian Grant GRAND [...]

Parents shouldn't have to pay the price of Trump's tariffs just to get their kids ready for school. When Republican chaos drives up the cost of school supplies, working families feel it where it hurts: their wallets. ... See MoreSee Less
School supplies really do cost more this year. Here's how much, from lunchboxes to pencils
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Just about every back-to-school item that families will load into their literal or virtual carts this summer has gone up in price at a time when American families already feel crushed by rising costs.We don't want kids to go hungry, period. Let's make school meals permanent! 🥪 ... See MoreSee Less
Rx Kids has consistently proven that their approach works. Matt Hall & House Republicans are doing everything they can to shut it down — we won't let that happen. ... See MoreSee Less
People expect government leaders to have their backs. Republicans in DC and MI are more concerned with corporate handouts and helping their billionaire buddies. Democrats prioritize people over politics because, well, we actually do care about people. ... See MoreSee Less
Most Americans view rising living costs as biggest barrier to a better life, survey finds
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When asked to detail what would make a better life in three to five years, 60% of US adults said greater financial securityWe're unified on making childcare more affordable — one less stressor on your family is one huge win for all of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
Fewer jobs, more economic chaos & a war no one asked for... this is Trump's America. House Dems are doing everything we can to help Michiganders, like introducing bills to bring you financial breathing room because you deserve leaders who have your back. ... See MoreSee Less
US job market stalled in July as employers cut 23,000 jobs, delivering political setback to Trump
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U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs last month, and Labor Department revisions shaved 103,000 jobs off payrolls in May and June.While House Republicans are so focused on pointing fingers, House Democrats have been working to lower costs for Michiganders. ... See MoreSee Less
No one should need a second job just to afford commuting. We all deserve better than the Republican chaos that plunged us into an affordability crisis. ... See MoreSee Less
Get Used to High Gas Prices
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Even if the Iran war ends tomorrow, don’t expect relief at the pump any time soon.We all paid more for Trump's tariffs. Funny how the people who picked up the tab are the only ones left out when it's time to pay it back. That's Republican math for you. ... See MoreSee Less
Corporate America got billions of dollars in tariff refunds. Where’s your cut? | CNN Business
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Apple got an estimated $2.2 billion tariff refund last quarter. Amazon got $600 million. Nike got $300 million. But American consumers who paid higher prices as President Donald Trump’s tariffs filt...