Jocelyn Benson

Voting absentee? Michigan voters urged to return ballots via drop box ahead of Nov. 2 election

Michigan officials are encouraging voters to return their absentee ballots in person for the 2021 General Election as soon as possible.

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Trump-endorsed Kristina Karamo leads fundraising among Republican SOS candidates, but trails Benson

LANSING, MI — Oak Park resident Kristina Karamo has received the most contributions of any Republican candidate running for Secretary of State, raising $99,042. In a stat...

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Jocelyn Benson

Voting absentee? Michigan voters urged to return ballots via drop box ahead of Nov. 2 election

Trump-endorsed Kristina Karamo leads fundraising among Republican SOS candidates, but trails Benson

GOP candidates for Michigan governor on the 2020 General Election results

Three Michigan women face voter fraud charges tied to 2020 election

Whitmer may be forced to give up $3.4M in excess campaign contributions

Michigan Republicans OK tougher voting rules; Gov. Whitmer to veto

Republicans parrot conspiracies at Trump-endorsed Michigan rally for so-called election ‘audit’

Voter fraud charges against 3 Michigan women highlight scrutiny, election security, officials say

Michigan Secretary of State launches first mobile office

Mackinac Policy Conference 2021: Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson Talks Challenges Heading Into November Elections

Michigan GOP sues to stop Whitmer from keeping ‘excessive’ campaign contributions

Trump endorses election fraud lawyer for Michigan AG

After voters embraced mail ballots, GOP states tighten rules

Secretary of State urges Michigan State to prioritize hiring a woman athletic director

Death Threats And Conspiracy Theories: Why 2020 Won't End For Election Officials

Election officials face complex challenges looking to 2022

Auditor General can’t review election audits or local election results, Nessel says

Benson applauds absentee voters, says Tuesday’s elections ran smoothly

Grace Period Extended For Michigan License, Plate Renewals

Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs bills extending expiration of driver’s licenses, personal ID

Michiganders with autism, hearing impairments can now opt to inform law enforcement of their communication needs

Michigan drivers can now disclose communication impediments to give law enforcement a heads up

Michigan officials still fighting spread of misinformation ahead of Aug. primary election

Driver’s license, registration, ID renewals extended under bills headed to governor

Michigan SOS: Absentee ballots for Aug. 3 election should be returned in person, by drop box

Lawyer in Antrim County election fraud case announces campaign for Michigan attorney general

Lawyers behind Michigan election fraud lawsuit face sanctions

Vice President Kamala Harris talks vaccines and voting rights in first Michigan visit

Trump lawyers might be penalized over Michigan election case

Detroit Policy Conference Returns In-Person as Region Faces Significant Challenges

Michigan Supreme Court denies request to extend redistricting deadline amid census delays

Michigan AG to probe people making money off election claims

Belle Isle Aquarium Set To Reopen To Public July 16

Michigan SOS Now Offering Walk-Up Appointments, Slots Still Not Guaranteed

Vice President Kamala Harris Reschedules Detroit Trip To Monday

Michigan Secretary of State expanding branch hours to help clear backlog

Michigan Secretary of State extends license branch hours

SOS will open earlier, stay open later in continued effort to minimize backlog

Michigan Secretary Of State Extends License Branch Hours

SOS Benson slams Supreme Court ruling on restrictive voting law

House bill aims to stop online sales of Secretary of State appointments

Michigan court asked to change dates to draw political maps

Secretary of State Benson Defends Controversial Changes at Branch Offices

Canvassers have ‘legal duty’ to certify Unlock Michigan petition, Supreme Court rules

Senate-passed bills would require Secretary of State branches to provide services without appointment

Michigan Senate: Extend Lapsed Licenses, Plates; Keep Walk-In Option

Secretary of State Benson announces changes to increase and advance service

Michigan Secretary of State adds 350,000 new appointments amid criticism over pandemic backlog

Michigan secretary of state adds 350K appointments, ramps up operations

Benson seeks $25M to address backlog at SOS branch offices

Sheriff’s Office: Driver Plows Through Cemetery Fence, Hits 12 Headstones

Live stream: Michigan SOS Benson announces updates to branch operations

Here’s How To See The ‘Ring Of Fire’ Solar Eclipse In Michigan Thursday

Benson Announces Secretary Of State Offices Will Add 350K Appointment Slots Through Sept. 30

Michigan GOP files complaint against Gov. Whitmer over flight to Florida

University of Michigan won’t drop GOP donor’s name over ‘witches’ remark

GOP claims Gov. Whitmer can’t use campaign funds on jet use

Secretary Benson, restore the walk-in option

Expungement fair offers ‘second chance’ to more than 700 people in Genesee County

Gov. Whitmer, Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Join State’s First Expungement Event Since Clean Slate Bills Were Signed Into Law

Secretary of State seeking $25 million to hire more staff

Michigan Secretary of State wants $25 million to catch up on COVID-19 backlog

SOS Jocelyn Benson Defends Appointment System Amid Legislative Scrutiny

Benson not backing down on requiring appointments at Michigan Secretary of State offices

Michigan GOP senators revise ID requirement for ballot requests

Michigan Senate tweaks ID requirements in absentee voting bills; Benson still unimpressed

AP Interview: Michigan official warns of democracy threats

AP Interview: Michigan official warns of democracy threats

What’s with all the plateless cars? Michigan Secretary of State faces criticism over appointment system

New voter ID rules raise concerns of fraud, ballot rejection

Longtime political rivals ask probe of dark money behind GOP initiatives

Michigan GOP senator blasts Benson's characterization of election bills

Judge dismisses final Michigan election fraud suit, says that doesn’t mean there weren’t problems

Republican judge dismisses election fraud lawsuit in Antrim County

Michigan Secretary of State asks judge to excuse her from deposition in election fraud lawsuit

Benson: Appointment-Only Visits To Secretary Of State Here To Stay

Secretary of state branches to stick with appointments, end number taking

Michigan secretary of state wants to allow driver’s license photos to be taken from home