Republican lawmakers scrutinize Rx Kids, asking: Does Michigan cash-for-moms program support undocumented immigrants? Can recipients buy anything they want? We have answers.
Jordyn Hermani
Jordyn covers state policy and politics for Bridge Michigan. Prior to joining the Capitol crew, she wrote for MLive as its statewide politics and culture reporter and with Gongwer Michigan as its state House reporter. She lives in Lansing with her husband and two cats. When not writing, you can catch her watching hockey or horror movies — though, usually not at the same time. Get in touch with her at jhermani@bridgemi.com or on Twitter @JordynHermani.
Posted inMichigan Government
What Mike Duggan’s exit means for Michigan governor’s race
Mike Duggan’s departure resets Michigan governor’s race in political climate he — and experts — say increasingly favors Democrats.
Posted inHousing, Michigan Government
Michigan housing crunch sparks rare bipartisan push — and backlash
Lawmakers have lots of ideas to fix Michigan’s affordable housing crisis — but so far, little consensus. Will this be the year?
Posted inMichigan Government, Political and Public Policy Information
Michigan Dems back Garlin Gilchrist and Eli Savit, oust U-M’s Jordan Acker
Michigan Democrats on Sunday endorsed Garlin Gilchrist for secretary of state and Eli Savit for attorney general, while ousting University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker.
Posted inMichigan Government
3 months, 7 bills: Michigan lawmakers moving slow as campaign season looms
Michigan faces significant challenges, but the politically divided Legislature isn’t agreeing on many bills. Again. Is this the new normal in Lansing?
Posted inMichigan Government
Gretchen Whitmer’s last State of the State: Literacy, legacy and a Trump thank you
In her final annual address, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out plans to create a new affordable housing tax credit and limit medical debt. She also thanked President Donald Trump for a commitment to Selfridge.
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Hey, Gov. Whitmer: Here’s what Michigan says is real State of the State
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the State of the State on Wednesday. Here are what the facts — and Bridge readers — say.
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Fact check: How Gretchen Whitmer delivered — and didn’t — on her promises
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made 14 promises during her 2025 State of the State address. Here’s how she did.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Whitmer signs classroom smartphone ban for Michigan schools. What to know
Michigan K-12 students will be banned from using smartphones during instructional time starting this fall. Here’s what to know about the new law signed Tuesday by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Michigan Government
Unpaid medical debt? Michigan may soon limit how creditors can come after it
Lawmakers want to crack down on how and when hospitals and debt collectors can recoup unpaid medical debt under a two-bill package The bipartisan effort wouldn’t stop debt collections all together, but, if passed, would prevent actions like foreclosure or wage garnishment It’s unclear whether the package will be taken up in the Republican-led House. […]