A new report says Michigan would be hit particularly hard if Congress doesn’t increase the debt ceiling plus, the latest on state budget bills.

A new report says Michigan would be hit particularly hard if Congress doesn’t increase the debt ceiling plus, the latest on state budget bills.

Politics can be messy. Politics can be confusing. But, that certainly doesn't mean politics can't be a joy-ride. Join It's Just Politics hosts Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta as they drill down on what’s happening in Michigan politics.

Politics can be messy. Politics can be confusing. But, that certainly doesn't mean politics can't be a joy-ride. Join It's Just Politics hosts Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta as they drill down on what’s happening in Michigan politics.

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Friday Rundown: May 12th, 2023

Criminal charges tied to a controversial $20 million state grant and renewed battles over petition signatures in Michigan’s governor’s race.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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Criminal charges tied to a controversial $20 million state grant and renewed battles over petition signatures in Michigan&rsquo;s governor&rsquo;s race.
by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta
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Charges in grant scandal

In Michigan’s much-watched open 35th Senate district special election, Democrat Chedrick Greene wins the Mid-Michigan race as Dems hold onto their Senate majority.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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In Michigan&rsquo;s much-watched open 35th Senate district special election, Democrat Chedrick Greene wins the Mid-Michigan race as Dems hold onto their Senate majority.
by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta
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Dems keep majority

 Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin makes headlines with a visit to Iowa, big campaign funds boost Mike Rogers, and what’s up with John James gubernatorial campaign.

by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta

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&nbsp;Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin makes headlines with a visit to Iowa, big campaign funds boost Mike Rogers, and what&rsquo;s up with John James gubernatorial campaign.
by Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta
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Friday Rundown: May 12th, 2023

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