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Michigan Representative Cynthia Johnson, D-Detroit, has been disqualified from the August primary election for not submitting all required campaign finance paperwork. A letter from Wayne County Clerk Cathy Garrett to Johnson dated Friday, May 20, stated that after a bureau review, Johnson had not submitted the filings and fees required under the Michigan Campaign Finance Act. According to documents from Michigan’s Campaign Finance database, Johnson was notified of late filing fees on multiple occasions. She has been a state representative since first being elected in 2018, and her current term ends on Jan. 1, 2023. Read more from MLive:Whitmer and GOP-led legislature clash on how to return state budget surplus to MichigandersMichigan Supreme Court will consider Gov.

An Ohio woman has been charged for threatening to shoot or kill two Michigan representatives via voicemail, officials said.

Sandra Bachman of Batavia, Ohio, is accused of leaving racist voicemails to Anthony in May 2021 and Johnson in June of 2021. Johnson reported receiving threats for criticizing Rudy Giuliani and other Trump attorneys’ efforts to overturn the presidential election. Read more: Police investigate death threats and racist slurs directed at Michigan lawmaker in explicit voicemailOther Michigan officials to receive death threats in recent months include Gov. We’ll be coming to Michigan soon to remove you from your post.”The Ohio woman is also accused of leaving a threatening voicemail for Rep. Johnson in June 2021. Bachman allegedly called Johnson racial slurs in voicemails that also contained death threats: “You will die.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that a woman from Ohio faces prison time after leaving threatening and racist voicemails for state Representatives Cynthia Johnson and Sarah Anthony.

LANSING, MI — Michigan lawmakers will introduce bipartisan legislation this week to prohibit employees of state agencies and local governments from entering non-disclosure agreements when discussing economic development projects. The legislation defines an “economic development project” as any project in Michigan subject to tax incentives, abatements, grants or any other financial or economic assistance from the state. The other would prevent state agencies or any political subdivision of the state from signing them when discussing economic development projects. Supported by $824.1 million in state incentives, the Detroit automaker will expand an Orion Township plant, build a Lansing electric battery manufacturing facility and make upgrades to two Lansing area plants. Read more: Boosted by state incentives, General Motors making $7B investment in Michigan, creating 4,000 jobsOpposition to the plan came from a handful of Republicans and Democrats.

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A 49-year-old Charlotte man charged with two terrorism-related felonies for allegedly phoning in a bogus bomb threat at the state Capitol and threatening a Michigan...

LANSING, MI — An Eaton County man is headed to trial court after being accused of making calls threatening to kill a state representative and issuing a bomb threat at the Michigan Capitol. Following a preliminary hearing Thursday, Judge Kristen Simmons bound the case over to circuit court for trial. “My office will not tolerate threats to our democracy or to elected officials,” Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said in a statement. The operator reported the bomb threat to Michigan State Police state properties security officers stationed at the Capitol. Johnson received death threats last December after she challenged election fraud claims made by former President Donald Trump’s attorney Rudy Giuliani during a House Oversight Committee hearing.

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Police are investigating a voicemail full of death threats and racist slurs directed at a Detroit lawmaker who has faced similar attacks in the past. State Rep. Cynthia Johnson, D-Detroit, reported the incident Tuesday, sparking an investigation by the Michigan State Police, FBI and other law enforcement agencies. I think I could slit your throat in a minute.”Johnson said Black Americans and women in power have faced these kinds of threats throughout history. Black women have fought this fight for too long. READ MORE ON MLIVE:Domestic terrorism represents growing threat to United StatesMichigan lawmaker who faced death threats punished for warning ‘Trumpers’ in viral video

Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson said it was the last thing she was expecting to hear when checking her voicemail -- an extremely racist and violent rant coming from a complete stranger.

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LANSING, MI -- A 48-year-old Charlotte man is accused of threatening the life of a state representative, her family and other politicians, the Michigan Attorney General’s Office says. Michael Varrone is accused of making six bomb threats on Dec. 12 and another on Jan. 7. He’s now charged with making a threat of terrorism and falsely reporting an act of terrorism, both punishable by up to 20 years in prison. The first calls were made to the office of state Rep. Thomas Albert, R-Lowell, and specifically targeted state Rep. Cynthia Johnson, D-Detroit, and her family. On the day of the Capitol riots, pipe bombs were also discovered outside the Democratic and Republican Party offices in D.C.

Authorities quickly determined the bomb threat to be false. Following an investigation and arrest by the Michigan State Police, Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office has charged a Charlotte man with felony terrorism charges. The other two charges stem from Thursday’s reported bomb threat. Around 6:45 a.m. Thursday, as MSP previously reported, Varrone allegedly telephoned a control operator at the Capitol complex and said everyone needed to evacuate because the building was going to explode. The employee immediately reported the bomb threat to MSP state properties security officers stationed at the Capitol.

Brian Charles Watson, Wikimedia Creative CommonsMichigan State Capitol. Felony charges have been filed against a man who made a phone call Thursday claiming there was a bomb at the Michigan Capitol building.The building was temporarily closed while authorities determined there was no bomb. "The other two charges against Varrone stem from Thursday's bomb threat.The court set Varrone's bond at $50,000 cash. "Around 6:45 a.m. on Thursday, Varrone allegedly called the Michigan Capitol Building and said everyone needed to evacuate because the building was going to explode. By 9 a.m. authorities determined there was no bomb.

(CBS DETROIT) – Supporters of State Rep. Cynthia Johnson are gathering in the Fifth District in Detroit— a district that she represents in the Michigan house. On Wednesday night, constituents and community activists were calling on Republican leaders to reappoint Johnson to the House Oversight Committee. Johnson received death threats following the committee’s hearing on election fraud claims with President Donald Trump’s Lawyer Rudy Guiliani. Johnson then responded through a Facebook video, a video that led to disciplinary action and an investigations. We ain’t playing with you.”On Wednesday night, Johnson supporters are stepping up to defend the state rep saying she must be reinstated to her committee assignments to continue to represent the people who voted her in office.

click to enlarge Michigan HouseMichigan Rep. Gary Eisen, R-St. Clair Township. “That is true of threats or suggestions of violence against Gov. Whitmer, Secretary Benson, Rep. Johnson and others on the Oversight committee, Republicans, Democrats, and members of the Electoral college. We must do better.”They added, “We as elected officials must be clear that violence has no place in our democratic process. The U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the case on Friday.President-elect Joe Biden defeated Trump in Michigan by more than 154,000 votes.couldn’t reach Eisen for comment.

LANSING, Mich. (AP/CBS DETROIT) — Republican leaders in the Michigan House stripped a Democratic lawmaker of her committee assignments Wednesday after she threatened “Trumpers” in a social media video. “That applies to threats made toward public officials, and it must also apply when the threats come from public officials. “The threats Rep. Johnson has received are appalling, ugly and deeply disturbing, but her response to those messages is also unacceptable and I strongly condemn both. It is never acceptable for anyone – especially a public servant – to incite violence or to threaten others with harm. It’s time for us to move forward together as a state instead of engaging in – or celebrating – actions of hate and divisiveness.”MORE FROM CBS DETROIT: Stimulus Package Update: Assistance To Unemployed, Small Businesses, State And Local Governments Should Be Priorities, Says EconomistMORE FROM CBS DETROIT: More Than 30 New Coronavirus Outbreaks Reported In Michigan SchoolsMORE FROM CBS DETROIT: Michigan COVID-19 Restrictions Extended Through Dec. 20.

click to enlarge State of MichiganIt’s been two months and a day since Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s last executive order, issued on Oct. 9, but the governor on Thursday signed Executive Order 2020-193.In remarks to the press, the governor also addressed the recent controversy swirling around Michigan State Rep. Cynthia Johnson, D-Detroit. "I think that removing her from committees is too far, truly. “That’s what the Protect Michigan Commission is all about.”The commission will eventually consist of at least 50 members, and will be co-chaired by Lt. Gov.r Garlin Gilchrist II; former Lt. Gov. Brian Calley; Chief Medical Executive and DHHS Chief Deputy for Health Dr. Joneigh Khaldun; Detroit Pistons player Blake Griffin; Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, associate professor of pediatrics and C.S.

DETROIT – A 29-year-old woman has died nearly 48 hours after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Pontiac Monday night. On Dec. 7, Vannessa Deanes was tragically struck by a Chevy Impala while crossing North Perry Street near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The driver fled the scene following the incident. The video, posted Tuesday night, has quickly gone viral and legislative leadership removed her from her House Oversight Committee assignments Wednesday. COVID-19 cases in Michigan have been on the rise since September, with virus hospitalizations and deaths steadily increasing since October.

House Speaker Lee Chatfield, R-Levering, and Speaker-elect Jason Wentworth, R-Clare, issued a joint news release condemning Johnson’s remarks Wednesday afternoon. They said violence and intimidation is never appropriate, also voicing their opposition to threats made against Johnson, Gov. Johnson said she didn’t mean to threaten Trump supporters, but she also doesn’t regret her words. Removing Johnson’s committee assignments does not impact her ability to vote on the House floor. A spokesperson for Chatfield said the video was sent to law enforcement for investigation but didn’t specify which agency.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 5:State representative under investigation for comments made in Facebook videoRepublican leaders in the Michigan House stripped a Democratic lawmaker of her committee assignments Wednesday after she threatened “Trumpers” in a social media video. Rep. Cynthia Johnson of Detroit sits on a GOP-led committee that heard baseless allegations of election fraud from President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani and others last week.

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson is under investigation after she posted on social media a response to the many violent, vulgar and racist death threats she’s received. The video, posted Tuesday night, has quickly gone viral and legislative leadership removed her from her House Oversight Committee assignments Wednesday. “My soldiers, they are soldiers for Christ, soldiers against racism, soldiers against domestic violence, soldiers against domestic terrorism,” Johnson said. Rep. Johnson has been removed from her committee assignments, and we are looking into further disciplinary action as the proper authorities conduct their own investigations. Whitmer, Secretary Benson, Rep. Johnson herself, and others.

They’re even more unbecoming of an elected official," they said in a joint statement stating that violence and intimidation is never appropriate in politics. "That applies to threats made toward public officials, and it must also apply when the threats come from public officials. Behavior like this will not be tolerated this term or next.”Johnson could not be reached for comment. Earlier in the video, she urged people to “be smart” and “hit them in the pocketbook" — an apparent reference to Trump supporters. She urged people to call 911 or the police if they have been threatened or fear for their safety.

LANSING, Mich. (AP/CBS DETROIT) — Republican leaders in the Michigan House stripped a Democratic lawmaker of her committee assignments Wednesday after she threatened “Trumpers” in a social media video. “That applies to threats made toward public officials, and it must also apply when the threats come from public officials. “The threats Rep. Johnson has received are appalling, ugly and deeply disturbing, but her response to those messages is also unacceptable and I strongly condemn both. It is never acceptable for anyone – especially a public servant – to incite violence or to threaten others with harm. It’s time for us to move forward together as a state instead of engaging in – or celebrating – actions of hate and divisiveness.”MORE FROM CBS DETROIT: Stimulus Package Update: Assistance To Unemployed, Small Businesses, State And Local Governments Should Be Priorities, Says EconomistMORE FROM CBS DETROIT: More Than 30 New Coronavirus Outbreaks Reported In Michigan SchoolsMORE FROM CBS DETROIT: Michigan COVID-19 Restrictions Extended Through Dec. 20.

(CBS DETROIT) – State Rep. Cynthia Johnson shared a scathing voicemail on Facebook for the world to hear where the caller threatens to lynch the Black democratic lawmaker. The threat follows a Michigan House Oversight Committee hearing over claims of election fraud with President Donald Trump’s Attorney Rudy Giuliani. Stop the Steal, a group pushing to keep President Trump in office rallied outside of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s home Saturday night calling Michigan’s election fraudulent and demanding an audit. She says threats and acts of intimidation won’t change the outcome of the election. The people have spoken, it’s been a month now since the election, since the polls closed,” she said.

DETROIT – As Michigan’s election results sit in the national spotlight officials on both sides of the aisle say the rhetoric has turned dangerous to the point where lawmakers are getting death threats. That also included a protest Saturday night at the home of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. On Saturday, Michigan State and Detroit police responded to a report of several armed protesters gathered outside of Benson’s home. Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson, the Democratic chair of the House Oversight Committee received death threats over the election. On behalf of Benson, department spokesperson Jack Rollow shared the following message Sunday regarding the incident:“Let’s be clear -- Secretary Benson just oversaw the largest and most secure election in our state’s history.

Over the weekend, armed protesters showed up at the home of Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and a House Representative received death threats. This must stop.”On Saturday, Michigan State and Detroit police responded to a report of several armed protesters gathered outside of Benson’s home. READ: Michigan SOS Jocelyn Benson says armed protesters gathered outside her Detroit homeMichigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson, the Democratic chair of the House Oversight Committee received death threats over the election. The hate message came after Johnson’s participation in the House Oversight Committee that questioned President Donald Trump’s personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani and Melissa Caron during last week’s voting hearing. READ: Michigan House Oversight Committee members receive death threats, racist voicemailsThe hearing was parodied on Saturday Night Live.

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Rep. Cynthia Johnson, the Democratic chair of the House Oversight Committee is receiving death threats due to the election. She posted several of the threats to social media. After both Democratic and Republican representatives have received threats of violence over the election, Michigan Assistant Minority Floor Leader Laurie Pohutsky posted on Twitter about the SNL sketch. The SNL skit was amusing, I guess, but last night my caucus was trying to figure out how to keep those on that committee safe from the deluge of death threats they’re receiving. I’m sorry to be a bummer and I’m glad people enjoyed the skit, but the reality of it is heinous.

DETROIT – Millions of Americans celebrated Saturday over former vice president Joe Biden’s projected win in the 2020 General Election. In Lansing, others weren’t as happy with the election results. Celebrations were held in New York City, Philadelphia, D.C. and even here in Michigan. Among the crowd of Detroiters were signs like “Voters Decided” and “Count Every Vote.” They all gathered in New Center just hours after President-Elect Joe Biden secured enough electoral votes to beat President Donald Trump. Claire Allenson, with 313 Votes, an organization that promotes voter education, responded to Donald Trump calling out the Detroit voting process.

Let's take a look at what to keep an eye on this week. Elder abuse town hall: Michigan AG Dana Nessel recently announced a bipartisan Elder Abuse Task Force focused on developing strategies to mitigate the issue of elder abuse. Michigan AG Dana recently announced a bipartisan Elder Abuse Task Force focused on developing strategies to mitigate the issue of elder abuse. Macomb County budget review: The proposed 2020 General Fund Macomb County budget is $279.6 million and the proposed 2020 Capital Plan budget is $5.5 million. The proposed 2020 General Fund Macomb County budget is $279.6 million and the proposed 2020 Capital Plan budget is $5.5 million.