Governor Clarifies Re-Election Intentions
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder took the time this week to clarify reports last week that he would not seek re-election. Stating that his intention is “to be around for 8 years” if voters agree, Governor Snyder stressed his priority is accomplishing his agenda and not running for re-election.
Welfare Change Halted by Court
The U.S. District Court in Detroit Saginaw
Recall Language Approved Against Three Additional Democrats
The Wayne County Election Commission approved recall language Thursday against three more Democrats, State Representatives Tim Bledsoe (D-Grosse Pointe), Phil Cavanaugh (D-Redford Township
SOS Names New Communications Director
Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson has announced that Gisgie Davila Gendreau is the new Communications Director for the Department of State. Ms. Gendreau comes from the Department of Human Services.
Republican U.S.
Although official financial reports do not have to be filed with the Federal Election Commission until mid-October, GOP candidates for the U.S. Senate are making early announcements to get an early edge on fundraising. Clark Durant announced Tuesday that he had raised $750,000 and former U.S. Representative Pete Hoekstra quickly followed suit Wednesday announcing he had eclipsed $1 million.
Senate Transportation Committee Grows
Senator Goeff Hansen (R-Hart) has been added to the Senate Transportation Committee, which will now have five Republicans and two Democrats.