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Nessel urges Jewish Democrats to embrace a 'moral imperative' in Michigan's fall elections
politics8 days ago

Nessel urges Jewish Democrats to embrace a 'moral imperative' in Michigan's fall elections

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel spoke at a private Birmingham gathering of Jewish Democrats, urging them to follow a 'moral imperative' that places the world’s needs above personal safety, invoking Queen Esther. She criticized political divides over Israel, did not endorse Abdul El-Sayed in the U.S. Senate race (he attended and apologized for past remarks), and noted safety concerns about public events. Some attendees indicated they might write in Nessel or otherwise withhold support for El-Sayed due to Israel-related concerns and his associations. Nessel, who is term-limited and cannot run again, did not attend the state party convention citing safety concerns.

McMorrow stays neutral in Michigan Senate primary after withdrawal
politics2 months ago

McMorrow stays neutral in Michigan Senate primary after withdrawal

State Sen. Mallory McMorrow says she won’t endorse either Democrat in Michigan’s U.S. Senate primary and will back the eventual nominee after Aug. 4, after dropping out of the race; her withdrawal comes as El-Sayed and Stevens vie for support, and both have spoken with her since the decision. Her name will still appear on the ballot because ballots were already printed.

El-Sayed claims justice bias as UM threats case collides with Trump pardons
politics2 months ago

El-Sayed claims justice bias as UM threats case collides with Trump pardons

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed argued at a Dearborn Heights event that the Trump administration singles out people for political reasons, linking federal charges against eight individuals tied to a UM threats campaign to Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons; one defendant previously worked for El-Sayed’s campaign. The case concerns alleged threats against UM officials and demands to sever ties with Israel, and comes as El-Sayed campaigns in a three-way Democratic primary for a seat being vacated by Gary Peters.

Jan. 6 Defendants Hope for Pardons Amid Trump's Victory
politics1 year ago

Jan. 6 Defendants Hope for Pardons Amid Trump's Victory

Former Michigan gubernatorial candidate Ryan Kelley, who served 60 days in federal prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, expects a pardon from Donald Trump, who has referred to those involved as "unbelievable patriots." Kelley, who pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor, continues to claim the 2020 election was stolen and hints at a possible political announcement for 2026, despite his lawyer stating he was done with politics.

"Michigan GOP in Turmoil: Chair Refuses Removal Vote as Party Unravels"
politics2 years ago

"Michigan GOP in Turmoil: Chair Refuses Removal Vote as Party Unravels"

The Michigan GOP is in disarray as members voted to remove chair Kristina Karamo, who has faced internal criticism for alleged financial mismanagement and lack of transparency. Karamo and her supporters argue that the removal meeting violated party bylaws and assert her continued leadership, while the opposing faction, led by party Co-Chair Malinda Pego, has taken steps to assert control. Both sides have issued conflicting statements and are preparing for a showdown at an upcoming meeting, with the party's future leadership and internal compliance violations at the center of the dispute.