MichMash Politics

A Flint water crisis report; disputes with ballot proposals; and funding for a UP copper mine

Ballot proposals drama, the significance of a report on the Flint water crisis and mixed feelings about funding for a copper mine...there was a lot to cover this week. Th

Should Michigan opt in to the federal education freedom tax credits?

Governor Whitmer as well as governors across the country have a decision to make regarding a federal program in connection with the Reconciliation Program. This week on M

Michigan Progressives push past the primaries

The progressive wing of the Democratic party made some noise in the recent primaries. What has been the key to their success so far? This week on MichMash, WDET's Cheyna

A review of the 2026 Michigan primary results

The 2026 Michigan primaries not only affected the state but may have national implications as well. This week on MichMash, WDET's Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's A

A preview of the 2026 Michigan primary election

This year's primaries feature some competitive races that will mark battle lines come November and may even point to national trends. This week on MichMash, WDET'S Cheyna

State House Speaker Matt Hall weighs in on spending proposals and the Republican primary

With Former Michigan Attorney General, Mike Cox, dropping out of the gubernatorial race, how does that shape the Republican primary? This week on MichMash...WDET's Cheyna

Whitmer clashes with state Democrats after vetoing the party's bills; MEDC revives economic development incentive

Tensions are high in Lansing among the Democrats with Governor Whitmer vetoing a series a bills from her own party. This week, on MichMash, WDET's Cheyna Roth and Gongwer

Candidates clash during Michigan primary debates

Both the Democratic US Senate debate and the Republican gubernatorial debate showed the divides among the party's candidates. This week on MichMash, WDET's Cheyna Roth an

What is your favorite state park?

This 4th of July weekend, some Michiganders are celebrating by going to their favorite parks to go swimming, hiking, camping and fishing. This week on MichMash, WDET's Ch

Summer Roundup: A review of the major political stories in the past couple of months and a forecast of what's ahead

The Republican gubernatorial race just had a major shake up with President Donald Trump making an endorsement. This week on MichMash, WDET'S Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News

Michigan US Senate race begins to take shape; State Senator Singh weighs in on the budget process

Over the past month, the Michigan US Senate race has proven to be one of the most competitive races in the country. This week on WDET's MichMash, Gongwer News Service's Z

Michigan primary voters could pick nominees for secretary of state and attorney general

Michigan is one of three states that nominates candidates for secretary of state and attorney general at party conventions. There is currently a push to put those nominat

Money Out of Politics group is "very confident" that their proposal will overcome foreseeable challenges

A ballot measure that would prevent political spending by Michigan’s regulated utilities and large state contractors might be on the November ballet. As part of WDET's we

The 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference focuses on common ground

The Mackinac Policy Conference had a couple of surprising moments from lawmakers, leaders, and political candidates. This week on WDET's MichMash, Gongwer News Service's

What led Mike Duggan to drop out of the gubernatorial race?; Michigan’s Court of Claims issued a decision that could affect earmarks

We have less than 6 months until the midterm elections... and independent candidate Mike Duggan has dropped out of the race. This week on WDET's weekly series, MichMash,

The Michigan Education Association withholds their endorsement; How does the Michigan Bureau of Elections work?

The Democrat gubernatorial race hit some turbulence this week after a key endorser, The Michigan Education Association, didn't decide on who they are going to support. Th

Democrat victory in special election may show where the 2026 midterms are headed

An important state senate race for Michigan's 35th Senate District was decided Tuesday, and it could have huge implications for the November midterm elections. This week

The 2026-2027 fiscal year budget process is outpacing last year's

Both the Michigan House of Representatives and the Michigan Senate have completed their 2026-27 fiscal year budgets and advanced them out of their respective chambers. T

Recap: 2026 filing deadline and Democratic state endorsement convention

Candidates looking to get on the ballot hit a major milestone this week. This week on WDET's weekly series MichMash...Gongwer News Service's Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasb

Michigan Democrats hold 2026 state endorsement convention

The Michigan Democratic Party is holding their endorsement convention this weekend to determine the party’s supported candidates for critical positions. As part of WDET's