ELISSA SLOTKIN

In a year where political debates have been few and far between, two candidates sat down and discussed the issues defining their campaigns.

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U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin is reportedly leasing a residency in Lansing’s Old Town neighborhood from a medical manufacturing firm executive and donor to her congressional campaign, as confirmed by multiple sources. Hollister has also donated $1,850 to Slotkin’s congressional campaign throughout her career in small dollar amounts, according to her campaign. He said Hollister was the circulator of the letter, though the Slotkin campaign maintains the original circulator was U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Lansing. Despite this, Hollister is still registered to vote at the property which Slotkin is renting – as is Slotkin herself. “I have never lived with Rep. Slotkin,” the affidavit, signed by Hollister on Wednesday, Sept. 22, states.

Gretchen Whitmer sent a letter Wednesday to the heads of big tech companies calling on them to take “immediate measures” to protect privacy of users as states restrict abortion access. “We have already begun to see instances of private data used to prosecute women seeking health care. Absent strong and transparent protections, such instances will erode trust in your platforms and products,” Whitmer wrote to the heads of Amazon; Meta, which owns Facebook; Alphabet, the parent company of Google; Apple; and Microsoft. Facebook messages, obtained through a warrant sent to Facebook, proved it was an abortion, not a miscarriage, according to National Public Radio. In June, Slotkin and Warner wrote Google, asking them to address misleading results.

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Democrats wonder if they can talk about Donald Trump on the trail or simply ignore him.

The purple state with competitive races for governor and Congress is shaping up as one of the most politically consequential battlefronts in a larger fight.

LANSING, MI – Republican state Sen. Tom Barrett will face U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin in the Democrat’s bid for reelection to Congress from the Lansing area. Donald Trump won by 0.8%, while Slotkin won by 3.6%. The new 7th district is one of three in Michigan rated as a toss-up by the Cook Political Report and Sabato’s Crystal Ball. Cook estimates that MI-7 has a 2-percentage-point swing toward Republicans, an opportunity for Barrett, an eighth-year state legislator from Charlotte, to unseat Slotkin. Slotkin has gained an occasional national profile since assuming office 3.5 years ago, and she leads Barrett by far in fundraising.

The Supreme Court’s decision to repeal a woman’s federal constitutional right to abortion has scrambled the political dynamics heading into the November elections, when control of Congress is at stake.

Voters are more concerned with inflation, according to Democrats in competitive races who are trying to gauge how the hearings will affect November's midterms.

She will not face a Democratic primary opponent, though is set to take on Sen. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, come November. And, similar to her, Kildee also reported fundraising in the millions during this fundraising quarter. In his July report, Kildee brought in $1.16 million and ended the quarter with just under $3.3 million left to spend in the campaign season. He reported fundraising $522,302 this quarter while spending $58,888, leaving him with just under $463,414 still on hand. Much like in the 12th U.S. House district, its expected that whoever wins the Democratic primary is likely to go on and represent the district.

WASHINGTON, DC — Veterans exposed to noxious fumes and other toxic chemicals near burns pits while stationed overseas are poised to receive expanded health care and disability benefits under legislation that cleared the U.S. House of Representatives this week. “This is one of the most important pieces of legislation I’ve worked on in three and a half years in Congress,” said Slotkin, who serves on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The bill creates a presumptive “service connection” for veterans who developed any of 23 different lung diseases and cancers after being exposed to burn pits while stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. An estimated 3.5 million veterans have been exposed to burn pits, according to a 2015 VA report. A bill that would give PFAS-exposed veterans presumptive health benefits, the VET PFAS Act, was re-introduced by U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee in March.

Lawmakers are urging Google to clamp down on misleading search results that allegedly steer people searching for abortion services to "fake" clinics.

Republicans need a net gain of just five seats to retake the House majority.

One GOP lawmaker vowed to impeach Mayorkas if Republicans retake the House in November.

One GOP lawmaker vowed to impeach Mayorkas if Republicans retake the House in November.

Stevens ended the latest filing period with $2.8 million cash on hand, campaign finance reports show. Stevens also reported raising more money than her primary challenger at the end of 2021. Slotkin leads big over BarrettIn the Lansing-based 7th District, U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, raised over $1.3 million the first quarter, with $5.5 million on hand. His campaign reported raising money from more than 12,000 individuals. The congresswoman’s campaign noted that 89% of the $1.3 million she raised came from donors who gave $100 or less.

After his release from the Cook County Jail, attorneys for Jussie Smollett argue that he was put in double jeopardy with his second prosecution after charges were initially dropped. CBS 2 Legal Analyst Irv Miller does not agree.

A group of international Chinese students from Cornell University staged a walkout and allegedly booed an Uyghur student during a public service career talk last week. The walkout occurred after Fulbright scholar Rizwangul NurMuhammad spoke during the question-and-answer portion of a talk that was part of a weekly speaker series for the students of Cornell University's Master in Public Administration program on Thursday. NurMuhammad asked guest speaker Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) about why the U.S. and the international community have spoken up against Russia for invading Ukraine yet remain quiet on the issue of the alleged genocide of the Uyghurs, the most persecuted ethnic minority in China.

Even if you haven’t studied political polarization, you’ve probably experienced it. And it’s not just you -- polarization is becoming a defining feature of the American political system. What they learned is summed up in a one-episode special of Mandatory, an MLive podcast. Rick Snyder: ‘If we can’t get along with ourselves, we’re in serious trouble.’Term limits were supposed to fix Lansing. Do you have a politically divided family in our purple state?

We’re talking with Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin, who has a history working in intelligence, to get her thoughts on what we can and should do going forward amid the war in Ukraine.

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OXFORD, Mich. (AP) — The federal government will pay $360,000 to local authorities who responded to the shooting at a Michigan high school in November. Much of the money is going to the Oakland County sheriff’s office, said Slotkin, who represents the Oxford area in Congress. “Our first responders gave everything they could to help Oxford, so it’s only right that we get them quick help in return. His parents are accused of gross negligence and also face charges. Read more on MLive:Ethan Crumbley to plead insanityAttorney asks that civil lawsuits be stalled during criminal prosecutionAccused shooter called self a ‘destroyer of worlds’Accused Oxford shooter kept decapitated bird head in jar in bedroom, prosecution says

The federal government will pay $360,000 to local authorities who responded to the shooting at a Michigan high school in November.

While the omicron variant continues its onslaught, a sixth Michigan hospital will receive federal assistance, at the request of Gov. A 25-person U.S. Department of Defense medical team is heading to Sparrow Hospital in Lansing to help treat COVID-19 and other patients. It will begin working Feb. 7 and provide support for 30 days, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Monday, Jan. 24. As of Jan. 17, Sparrow Hospital was operating at 96% capacity had 179 COVID-19 patients, including 30 in intensive care, the most current data available from the state health department shows. State health officials continue to ask people to seek COVID-19 vaccines, if they have not already, and get booster shots when eligible.

A federal medical team has been secured for Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, making it the sixth hospital in Michigan to receive staffing assistance.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, will seek reelection in Michigan’s newly drawn 7th U.S. House District. Slotkin currently lives in Holly, which was drawn into the new 9th District, but most of her constituents were drawn into the 7th District. In a statement released shortly after the vote was finalized, Slotkin announced her intention to seek reelection in the new 7th District. Slotkin is reportedly planning to move to the Lansing area to compete in a newly drawn district, according to The Detroit News. State Sen. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, announced his campaign for the 7th District earlier this year.

Newly proposed legislation would make gun owners liable if children access and use their weapons to commit a crime or hurt themselves or others.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, announced plans to introduce legislation requiring gun owners to safely secure firearms or face up to five years in prison if a child uses the weapon to injure themselves or commit a crime. Slotkin drafted the bill in response to a deadly shooting spree at Oxford High School where a 15-year-old suspect allegedly used a handgun that was left unlocked in his parent’s bedroom. Slotkin referenced studies showing between 70 and 90% of guns used in youth suicides, unintentional shootings by kids and school shootings are acquired from their home or the homes of relatives or friends. The congresswoman acknowledged there are millions of responsible gun owners in Michigan, including my own family members. She said her bill is focused on holding irresponsible gun owners accountable when they fail to store their weapons safely.

A bus driver for Utica Community Schools was arrested for suspected drunk driving after her bus carrying dozens of students crashed in Sterling Heights, authorities said.

The Dance Theatre of Harlem is set to premiere its next performance, which is based on the music of Stevie Wonder, at the Detroit Opera House in January.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, plans to introduce federal legislation Wednesday that would require gun owners to safely secure firearms following the deadly shooting at...

Michigan Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin is introducing legislation on Wednesday that would require the safe storage of firearms in the wake of the Oxford school shooting in her district that left four students dead last month.

The Oxford community came together Friday night for a vigil to honor the victims of this week’s Oxford High School shooting.

U.S. House members from Michigan stood in a “moment of silence” at the U.S. Capitol to honor the teen victims of the Oxford High School shooting. The Tuesday shooting killed students Tate Myre, 16, Hana St. Juliana, 14, Madisyn Baldwin, 17 and Justin Shilling, 17. Related: Stabenow, Peters address Oxford High School shooting on U.S. Senate floorSeven others, including six students and a teacher, were injured. Slotkin went on to talk briefly about each teen victim, telling a little about each one’s life. Whitmer orders flags to half-staff in honor of Oxford High School shooting victims‘My heart goes out to the families,’ President Biden says of Oxford High School shooting

Five U.S. lawmakers met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen Friday morning in a surprise one-day visit intended to reaffirm the United States' "rock solid" support for the self-governing island.

Five U.S. lawmakers have met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen during a surprise one-day visit intended to reaffirm the United States' support for the self-governing island.

The $1 trillion federal infrastructure spending law includes billions of dollars for Michigan, including to fix roads, replace lead water pipes and expand access to high-speed internet and electric vehicle charging stations.

The pending $1 trillion federal infrastructure spending law includes billions for Michigan, including to fix roads, replace lead water pipes, and expand access to high-speed internet and EV charging stations.

Barrett referenced his bout with the coronavirus during his campaign video, noting that he recovered before vaccines were available. Barrett is serving his first term in the Michigan Senate representing a district that was split up through the ongoing redistricting process. He previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives, representing parts of Eaton County from 2015-2018. This will likely pit Barrett against Slotkin, a moderate Democrat serving her second term representing Ingham, Livingston and Oakland counties. Before joining Congress, Slotkin served three tours in Iraq with the CIA and held several positions with the U.S. State Department and the Department of Defense.

As Democrats struggle to maintain control of the U.S. House, a heated battle is taking shape in one of Michigan’s swing districts. State Sen. Tom...

Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) explains what else has been cut from the spending bill, what she hopes will be included, and the significance of her national stockpile legislation. Elissa SlotkinListen: Rep. Elissa Slotkin discusses her national stockpile legislation to help address supply chain issues. Rep. Elissa Slotkin represents Michigan’s 8th Congressional District. “It’s not everything that we wanted, but I don’t think we should say that there’s nothing left for the environment in this bill.” Slotkin says she’s focusing on other things included in the federal spending packages, such as widespread broadband and electric vehicle infrastructure. ”It is that once-in-a-generation investment … but it also updates it for the modern era.”The House recently approved Slotkin’s bipartisan Strengthening America’s Strategic National Stockpile Act.

The social spending bill also seeks to extend an expansion of tax credits for people with children. Slotkin supports the infrastructure bill but has yet to throw her hat in with the “human infrastructure bill” since the details are being hashed out. The congresswoman told reporters that she advised Biden to “crack heads” to get the infrastructure bill passed. The U.S. House was expected to vote on the infrastructure bill last week, but the vote stalled amid disagreement on the larger spending bill. Progressive Democrats have threatened to tank the infrastructure bill if the social spending bill does not pass.

President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats edged closer to an agreement on Tuesday, Oct. 5, on how sharply to cut back his ambitious social spending plan, even as the president made a public case that the package will help keep the...

HOWELL, MI -- President Joe Biden saw a clear message from the window of his motorcade while driving to an event in Howell on Tuesday. “F*** Biden” was visible on flags and signs carried by a crowd of protesters gathered along M-59 in Livingston County, a deeply conservative part of the state. Related: In Michigan, Biden says America risks ‘losing our edge’ without big investments in roads and people“He said, ‘aren’t we next to a school?’” Slotkin said. The rally was organized by the Livingston County Republican Party and Moms for Liberty. “It doesn’t mean that everybody loves you.”Biden was asked how he felt about seeing Trump signs outside his event by reporters in the White House Press Pool.

President Joe Biden is shifting strategy to sell his ambitious social spending plans by traveling outside Washington and courting moderate Democrats who are key to hopes for any deal.

Protesters have already gathered ahead of President Joe Biden's visit to Howell.

President Joe Biden will appear with Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin Slotkin on Tuesday when he visits a union training center in Howell, Michigan

President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats are edging closer to agreement on how sharply to cut back his ambitious social spending plan.

There are multiple claims in the the political advertisement, but the main one alleges that Biden’s plan will raid retirement funds of average American citizens.

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Six military bases in the Great Lakes region, including three in Michigan, have high levels of “forever chemicals” that are contaminating the groundwater, according to...

Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin suggested that the party should resort to gerrymandering in blue states to maintain its majority in the House in the 2022 midterms.

Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly)The shortage comes after the pandemic when, among other factors, many companies sent desk workers to work from home leading to an increase in demand for electronic devices. Because so many microchips are used in cars, auto manufacturers have delayed distribution of certain cars and stopped factories from operating. Listen: Rep. Elissa Slotkin talks about bipartisan support for creating stronger domestic preference laws. GuestRep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) represents Michigan’s Eighth Congressional District. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly)Slotkin comments on the Senate bipartisan infrastructure deal and says she supports it.

A Trump supporter and self-identified militia member who threatened U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin because he was angry about the presidential...

A Michigan man has pleaded guilty to threatening Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Rep. Elissa Slotkin, according to Attorney General Dana Nessel.

A Clare County man will serve two years of probation after he pleaded guilty to threatening two Democratic members of Congress. Two of the charges were in Livingston County. Thompson pleaded guilty to the two counts in Livingston County. Thompson was prohibited from possessing firearms, consuming alcohol and contacting Stabenow, Slotkin or their staff. Slotkin penned a letter to the Livingston County judge Tuesday that included additional details of the incident.

Michigan lawmakers are frustrated the independent commission that would investigate the fatal attack was blocked in a partisan vote.

The U.S. National Guard’s deployment in Washington, D.C. comes to an end Monday.

National security experts say the recent hack affecting a major U.S. pipeline is just one in a wave of recent cyberattacks. Elissa Slotkin (MI-8)While picturing the devastation of a terror attack or mass shooting is easy, visualizing a cyberattack is more difficult. Listen: Rep. Elissa Slotkin ( MI -8) discusses cyber threats, President Biden’s visit to Michigan and the conflict in Israel and Palestine. GuestRep. Elissa Slotkin is a Democrat representing Michigan’s Eighth Congressional District. Slotkin says the recent pipeline cyberattack has proven to the average American that the U.S. is exceptionally open to cyberattacks.

We break down population areas that will likely be key in redrawing political lines under Michigan's new citizen redistricting commission.

U.S. Reps. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, and Peter Meijer, R-Grand Rapids, introduced the Veterans Burn Pits Exposure Recognition Act of 2021 in the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday, April 8, according to their offices. Burn pits are disposal areas where various sanitary and hazardous wastes were incinerated at combat outposts. “Waiting even one day for treatment of this toxic exposure is too long, and our veterans deserve better. Both are aimed at removing hurdles for veterans exposed to burn pits who are navigating the VA health care system. An estimated 3.5 million veterans have been exposed to burn pits, according to a 2015 VA report.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, is asking the Biden administration to designate overseas white supremacists as foreign terrorist organizations, giving the American government more tools to check their influence. Foreign terrorist groups are subject to sanctions designed to hinder their funding and prevent Americans from supporting them. Slotkin, in the April 5 letter, argued white supremacist groups pose a growing threat and are communicating with extremists in the U.S., but there is “minimal” intelligence available about them. Non-citizen members of foreign terrorist groups are not allowed to enter the U.S. and can be removed from the country. There is no list of domestic terrorism organizations the same way there is for foreign terrorist organizations.

DETROIT – On Sunday’s episode of Flashpoint there was a conversation about the rise of domestic terrorism and mass violence with Rep. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan’s 8th Congressional District. There was also a discussion about marijuana business licenses being distributed by the City of Detroit. Detroit City Council members Janee Ayers, James Tate and Raquel Castaneda-Lopez spoke about the topic. They weighed in on marijuana licensing in the city and the priority to include legacy Detroiters. Segment OneRep. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan’s 8th Congressional DistrictSegment TwoDetroit City Council members Janee Ayers, James Tate and Raquel Castaneda-LopezSegment ThreeFlashpoint host Karen Drew wraps up this week’s episode

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan is once again taking the lead on domestic terrorism across the country. The Homeland Security subcommittee on terrorism -- led by former CIA analyst and Department of Defense official Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin -- argued the U.S. should shift its focus from foreign terrorism to domestic. “While external threats remain, the single greatest threat to our country right now is the threat of domestic terrorism and the tensions and polarization between us,” Slotkin said. AdSlotkin cited a new Homeland Security threat assessment that detailed that 2020 was a perfect storm for radical domestic groups. “Our government must send its own message back by labeling extremist violence as domestic terrorism.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, hopes to keep politics out of discussions about how to deal with the growing threat of domestic terrorism. Some lawmakers have blamed anti-fascist groups for instigating the U.S. Capitol attack, though intelligence officials say there’s no evidence to support those claims. Slotkin said the goal was to collect solid facts about the extent of terror threats and extremist groups. FBI Director Christopher Wray said domestic terrorism has been “metastasizing across the country for a long time now” during an appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee earlier this month. Wray said there were 2,000 domestic terrorism investigations ongoing, more than double the number since 2017.

National Guard keep watch on the Capitol, Thursday, March 4, 2021, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)WASHINGTON – The Capitol Police have requested that members of the National Guard continue to provide security at the U.S. Capitol for another two months, The Associated Press has learned. There were no signs of disturbance Thursday, but the Capitol Police's request for extended Guard assistance appeared mired in confusion within various congressional oversight authorities, according to letters obtained by The AP. The more than 5,000 Guard members currently in Washington, D.C., are all slated to go home March 12, ending the mission. AdCapitol Police officials have also told congressional leaders the razor-wire-topped fencing around the Capitol should remain in place for several more months.

A third charge alleges Thompson made another threatening call to Slotkin from Livingston County on April 30, 2020. The voicemail message for Stabenow left by Thompson, who identified himself as a Republican, contained vulgar language and threatened violence meant to intimidate the public officials. In an email to Stabenow’s office, he reiterated the threatening remarks and used vulgar language. The charges against Thompson involving the incident with Stabenow and an April call to Slotkin were filed in Livingston County District Court. The message was discovered by an employee of Stephens’ office on Oct. 2, shortly after Stephens ruled in favor of plaintiffs in Michigan Alliance for Retired Americans v Secretary of State.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 4:Charges announced against 2 men accused of threatening public officialsMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced charges against two men accused of threatening public officials. One is accused of leaving threatening messages for U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and making threatening calls to Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin.

Two men are facing criminal charges for allegedly threatening Michigan Democrats over the presidential election results. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced charges were filed against a 62-year-old Harrison man and 43-year-old Georgia man, neither of whom were arraigned as of Tuesday afternoon. The man allegedly left threatening messages for U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Lansing, and made threatening statements in a phone conversation with a staff member of U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly. According to the Attorney General’s office, the man allegedly left a threatening voicemail message for Michigan Court of Claims Judge Cynthia Stephens. Michigan man arrested for breaking into Capitol released on bond‘Constitutional sheriffs’ ask Michigan police to stand against Biden, COVID-19 orders

Michigan Attorney General's OfficeAttorney General Dana Nessel. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel charged two Trump supporters with threatening public officials before and after the November election.Daniel Thompson, 62, of Harrison, is accused of leaving threatening messages for U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and making threatening calls to U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin’s office.In a voicemail for Stabenow on Jan. 5, Thompson identified himself as a Republican and threatened violence, saying he was angry about the election results and that he joined a Michigan militia and would engage in violence if the election results were not overturned, Nessel's office said. He made similar threats in an email to the Lansing Democrat.On Jan. 19, Thompson is accused of making violent references, including claiming people will die, in an hourlong phone call with a staff member for Slotkin. “To those who think they can do so by hiding behind a keyboard or phone, we will find you and we will prosecute you, to the fullest extent of the law. No elected official should have to choose between doing their job and staying safe.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – It’s been going on in plain sight for decades, but since the deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol Building, the fight against domestic terrorism has become a top priority. READ: Slain Capitol Police officer honored: ‘We will never forget’Two Michigan Legislatures are taking prominent roles in that fight. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who served as an expert in militias and terrorism for the CIA, announced Thursday she will bring that experience to combating domestic terrorism. “We have been dealing with this rise of extremism and domestic terrorism long before Jan. 6,” Slotkin said. “That will change.”Both Peters and Slotkin pointed to Michigan’s strong domestic terrorism laws and hope their home state will be used as examples for both the good and bad as Michigan take the lead role in a national fight.

She discussed the terror threats this weekend at the Michigan Capitol where law enforcement officials were on high alert over a scheduled protest. “If domestic terrorism is allowed to flourish that will be a physical threat to our citizens so I’m trying to grapple with that and shift feet,” she said. Michigan is clearly no stranger to domestic terrorists and extremist groups. Long a hot bed for anti-government groups the state has some of the most extensive domestic terror laws on the books. After the inauguration she said finding where these extremist groups are online, and how they train and coordinate will be the first steps in curbing this latest rise in violence.

An armed demonstration at the state Capitol went smoothly Sunday, but law enforcement is keeping a heavy presence in downtown Lansing through President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. The Michigan National Guard was deployed to Lansing and State Police increased security measures after a violent riot at the U.S. Capitol sparked more threats to state capitals across the country. Green said the Michigan National Guard will remain available to provide support as needed through the week. “You want to be over-prepared, not under-prepared and that takes work.”Demonstrators stand at the Capitol building Sunday, Jan. 17 in downtown Lansing, Michigan. READ MORE ON MLIVE:Armed ‘boogaloo boys’ gather at Michigan Capitol, join small group of protestersHeavy police presence at Michigan Capitol ahead of potential protests, threatsWhitmer authorizes deployment of Michigan National Guard for Biden’s inauguration

WASHINGTON – Michigan’s congressional delegation either evacuated or was told to shelter in place in their offices Wednesday when a group of supporters for President Donald Trump stormed into the US Capitol. Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) was on the House floor when rioters overran the Capitol police. Kildee and his colleagues were evacuated, and he blames the president for inciting the riot. READ: Pro-Trump mob storms US Capitol in bid to overturn electionCongresswoman Lisa McClain (MI-10) was also in the House along with Kildee, and she was also evacuated. McClain said she would still consider an objection to some state’s electoral votes but found the president’s response to the riot to be not enough.

READ: Pro-Trump groups storm US Capitol, force lockdown: Follow live coverageAt about 2:15 p.m., the U.S. Capitol was placed on lockdown as groups breached the Capitol steps. https://t.co/iKYIGCvFk1 — Rep. Debbie **Wear A Mask** Dingell (@RepDebDingell) January 6, 2021I am safe in a secure location. — Rep. Debbie **Wear A Mask** Dingell (@RepDebDingell) January 6, 2021We have been told the Capitol is now secure. — Rep. Debbie **Wear A Mask** Dingell (@RepDebDingell) January 6, 2021Haley StevensCongresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11) released two tweets. @realDonaldTrump should demand that all protestors leave the U.S. Capitol and Capitol Grounds immediately.

DETROIT – The second surge of the coronavirus is leaving many asking for help from lawmakers in Washington. Garlin Gilchrist which this week released findings on a new study of the virus. Gilchrist was on Flashpoint Sunday and discussed findings of the study. Segment OneMichigan Democratic congresswoman, Elissa SlotkinSegment TwoMichigan Republican congressman, Paul MitchellSegment ThreeLt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist

DETROIT – After Michigan played such a key role in his election many are expecting President-Elect Joe Biden to tap Michiganders to be part of the new administration. Several names of Michigan Democrats have already been floated just days before Biden is set to name more picks. The United Auto Workers and Communications Workers unions have thrown support behind the sophomore representative earlier this month. Biden has responded to calls for more progressive cabinet members by saying they already have “significant representation.”For weeks Gov. Dane County was the second and last county to finish its recount, reporting a 45-vote gain for Trump.

(Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.) Democrat Elissa Slotkin has won reelection to U.S. House in Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, the Associated Press reports. Slotkin has defeated Republican challenger Paul Junge with 51% of the votes in Tuesday’s General Election. Follow here: Michigan election updates on Nov. 4, 2020

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DETROIT – Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin said she received a violent threat and she’s sounding the alarm about an increasingly volatile election. Slotkin said she’s seen both Republicans and Democrats targeted this election. Despite that, Slotkin said threats have been escalating during this election cycle. But she added she wants Michiganders to push back against rising threats of violence as we get closer to the election. We will not resort to violence and threats," Slotkin said.

DETROIT – Candidate and incumbent in the race for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, Democrat Elissa Slotkin, issued a statement Sunday in response to a violent phone call she recently received. Upon investigation, they determined that the individual was unlikely to pose an actual threat, which was a relief. I’m grateful for the efforts of the U.S. Capitol Police and law enforcement agencies here in the 8th District for their swift work,” said Slotkin. According to Slotkin, this is not the first time violent threats have been directed at her or members of the candidate’s team. Slotkin is facing off against Republican Paul Junge in the race for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District.

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Army leaders said Tuesday that they have not received any requests to use active-duty or National Guard troops for possible civil unrest surrounding the presidential election next month, but are ready to do so if called on. Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy said no government agencies have asked for military troops. Thousands of National Guard troops, however, were used in Washington and in states across the nation to help law enforcement. The Army leaders on Tuesday also addressed other issues surrounding possible unrest. He and other Army leaders sat socially distant during the event and wore masks whenever they were not speaking.

DETROIT – From health care, racial justice to trade policies voters in Michigan’s 8th Congressional District have a lot to consider in one of the state’s most competitive races. On Sunday morning candidates in the race, Democrat and incumbent Elissa Slotkin and Republican Paul Junge debated each other live on Flashpoint. Segments one and twoCandidates in the race for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, Democrat and incumbent Elissa Slotkin and Republican Paul Junge. RELATED HEADLINES

DETROIT – From health care, racial justice to trade policies voters in Michigan’s 8th Congressional District have a lot to consider in one of the state’s most competitive races. On Sunday morning candidates in the race, Democrat and incumbent Elissa Slotkin and Republican Paul Junge debated each other live on Flashpoint. RELATED HEADLINESSegments one and twoCandidates in the race for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, Democrat and incumbent Elissa Slotkin and Republican Paul Junge.

On Saturday, police arrested Devontae Lamar Berrien in connection with a double shooting that happened on Detroit’s west side. On Sunday morning candidates in the race for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District, Democrat and incumbent Elissa Slotkin and Republican Paul Junge, will debate each other live on Flashpoint. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 121,427 as of Sunday morning, including 6,723 deaths, state officials report. The latest update represents 901 new cases and 15 additional deaths. Yesterday the state confirmed a total of 95,051 recoveries.

Amid the uproar, Trump said anew he's not sure the election will be “honest." But his increased questioning before any result is setting off alarms ahead of an Election Day like no other. But it doesn’t surprise me.”On Capitol Hill, Trump's possible refusal to accept the election results has been discussed privately for weeks as lawmakers consider options. Before the 2016 election, much as now, Trump refused to commit to accepting the results during the summer. “I have to see,” Trump said two months ago on “Fox News Sunday.” “No, I’m not going to just say yes.

DETROIT Congressman John Lewis, a civil rights icon, has died at the age of 80 on Friday after a six-month battle with stage four pancreatic cancer. The youngest and last surviving member of the Big Six civil rights activists, Lewis dedicated his life to fighting for equality. Leaders react to passing of civil rights iconMichigan Governor Gretchen WhitmerCongressman John Lewis was a civil rights legend who stood firmly on the front lines of our nations history. He touched the hearts of America as a Civil Rights icon in this country for decades. I will forever remember his stories of the Civil Rights movement, constant words of encouragement and the reminder to get into good trouble.

ORION TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The attorneys for both families involved in a viral confrontation are speaking out about what happened Wednesday. The gun drawn altercation between Jillian and Eric Wuestenberg; and Takelia Hill and her daughters went viral, leading to felony charges. They saw this,” said Chris Quinn, the Hill family attorney. He served his country very well,” said Terry Johnson, the Wuestenberg family attorney. Quinn believes Jillian Wuestenberg should have deescalated the argument with the 15-year-old girl and Johnson believes charges should be filed against Hill.

WASHINGTON - Rep. Elissa Slotkin's Real-Time Benefits Act, designed to lower the cost of prescription drugs, passed the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday. The act would help lower out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs by giving patients and doctors real-time updates on the price of prescription drugs before they leave the doctor's office, Slotkin said. By increasing price transparency, the bill also encourages competition to help bring drug costs down across the board, Slotkin said. This is the all-American competition we need when it comes to our prescription drugs. Democrats and Republicans have both said the right things about the costs of prescription drugs.

DETROIT - Here is what you missed on Sunday's episode of Flashpoint:The Department of Education throws a haymaker at Michigan State University. The department fined the university $4.5 million as part of the Lassy Nassar sexual abuse scandal. Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin discussed all of this on SundayAnd after the early budget deals of the Rick Snyder years, the Whitmer era is a throwback. Segment One:Democratic Michigan Congressman Elissa Slotkin. Segment Two:Steve Mitchell, Mitchell Research and Communications; Stephen Henderson, host, Detroit Today; Nolan Finley, editorial page editor, The Detroit News; Jill Alper, Alper Strategies.

Newly elected future Democratic congresswomen, Haley Stevens, Rashida Tlaib and Elissa Slotkin discuss future initiatives and their victories on this edition of Flashpoint. The governor's office, the attorney general, the secretary of state and two congressional seats flipped from red to blue. And while John Conyers' congressional seat didn't change parties, it, too, flips into the hands of a woman, Rashida Tlaib. Three newly elected future democratic congresswomen, Rashida Tlaib, Haley Stevens and Elissa Slotkin made an appearance on Flashpoint and discussed their future plans and initiatives. Segment 1:Congresswomen-elect, Haley Stevens, Rashida Tlaib and Elissa Slotkin discuss their plans and initiatives for the future.

CNN(CNN) - A freshman Democratic congresswoman who recently changed her stance to support impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump was challenged to explain her choice by angry constituents at a town hall in Michigan. Before the former CIA officer could finish her sentence, a vocal group in the crowd called out "Not true!" The break from Washington was an opportunity for lawmakers to gauge early voter reaction on impeachment, especially in swing districts. The moderate freshman Democrat, reluctant to embrace her party's leaning toward impeachment proceedings, changed her stance to support an inquiry after teaming with six others to pen an op-ed in The Washington Post. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the chamber's formal impeachment inquiry the day after the op-ed was published.

WASHINGTON - Calls for impeachment hearings from U.S. House Democrats are increasing after President Trump's latest scandal. More than 140 House Democrats have now called for impeachment hearings to begin amid fallout from the reported call between Trump and the Ukraine, where the president allegedly threatened to withhold financial aid in exchange for an investigation into the Biden family. Many Democrats had previously called for impeachment hearings following the Mueller report. We do not arrive at this conclusion lightly, and we call on our colleagues in Congress to consider the use of all congressional authorities available to us, including the power of 'inherent contempt' and impeachment hearings, to address these new allegations, find the truth and protect our national security." Rep. Justin Amash of Michigan, a former Republican who has since become an independent, has also called for impeachment proceedings, bringing the total number of representatives to 146.

DETROIT Here is what you missed on Sunday's episode of Flashpoint:The Department of Education throws a haymaker at Michigan State University. The department fined the university $4.5 million as part of the Lassy Nassar sexual abuse scandal. Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin discussed all of this on SundayAnd after the early budget deals of the Rick Snyder years, the Whitmer era is a throwback. Segment Two:Steve Mitchell, Mitchell Research and Communications; Stephen Henderson, host, Detroit Today; Nolan Finley, editorial page editor, The Detroit News; Jill Alper, Alper Strategies. Segment Three:Flashpoint host Devin Scillian wraps up this week's episode.

Republican Mike Bishop and Democrat Elissa Slotkin will square-off against each other in the race for Michigan's 8th Congressional District. Both candidates came face to face on Flashpoint Sunday and discussed key issues. The 8th Congressional District of Michigan has been represented by Bishop. Segment 1:Republican Mike Bishop and Democrat Elissa Slotkin come face to face on Flashpoint. Segment 2:8th Congressional District candidates Elissa Slotkin and Mike Bishop discuss key issuesSegment 3Devin Scillian wraps up this edition of FlashpointFlashpoint is hosted by WDIV Local 4 anchor Devin Scillian.