Michigan Republicans Propose “Stop the Count” Bill
Republicans in the Michigan state Senate proposed a new bill in committee on Wednesday that would require ballots to stop being counted at noon the day after Election Day.
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Michigan Secretary of State Files for Redistricting Extension
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) has filed a suit requesting that the Michigan Supreme Court delay the deadline for completing new district maps in the state.
37 Michigan Companies Oppose Voter Restrictions
Over three dozen leaders of major Michigan companies signed a letter on Tuesday stating their support for free and fair access to the ballot box.
Michigan Republicans Blitz Legislature With 39 Suppression Bills
Republican lawmakers in Michigan are moving to restrict voting rights in the state with a sweeping slate of 39 new voter suppression bills.
Conservative Group To Spend $10M To Restrict Voting in Swing States
Heritage Action for America, the nonprofit arm of the conservative Heritage Foundation, announced Monday that it will be investing at least $10 million on a multi-pronged effort to influence election laws in key swing states.
Top Michigan Officials Seek Disbarment of “Kraken” Conspiracist Sidney Powell
Michigan’s top three officials filed ethics complaints today with the Texas State Bar against right-wing lawyer and conspiracy theorist Sidney Powell.
Michigan Certifies Biden as Winner
The Michigan Board of Canvassers voted 3-0 to certify the statewide general election results in Michigan, declaring Joe Biden the official winner of the state.
Michigan Board of State Canvassers to Issue Final Certification
Despite pressure by the Trump campaign, the Michigan Board of State Canvassers will convene today to certify the results of the Nov. 3, 2020 general election.
Wayne County Board of Canvassers Deadlock on Election Results
Two Republican members of the Wayne County, Michigan Board of Canvassers have refused to certify the Nov. 3 election results.
Republicans Abandon Four Lawsuits Challenging 2020 Election Results
Right-wing lawyers have withdrawn four lawsuits challenging the 2020 election results in Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.