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A Michigan State Representative will not run for office again, saying she wants to focus on her religious beliefs.

Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett announced she will not seek re-election and will not run for public office again, saying the decision is faith-based and rooted in her commitment to Jesus Christ and the authority of Scripture.

For many, the legislative term in Lansing is coming to a disappointing end. It has been marred by a boycott of sessions and in-fighting.

Michigan Democrats are ending their final days in control of the state government bogged down with disunity and inaction.

House Speaker Joe Tate issued a call to the House Thursday afternoon to get missing members to show up on the calendar for the final day of the session.

Democratic House Speaker Joe Tate of Detroit presided over an empty House chamber before adjourning Wednesday.

A group of concerned citizens in the Grandmont Rosedale community in Detroit are speaking out against a proposed asphalt plant that would go up in their neighborhood.

Survivors of Larry Nassar joined forces with survivors of Robert Anderson in Lansing Thursday.

Former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was just seven years into a 28-year federal prison sentence when President Trump decided to allow him to walk free Tuesday night. It was Trump’s final night in the White House before he leaves Wednesday to make way for President-elect Joe Biden and his new administration. Here’s the statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider was definitely not in support of a shortened sentence or pardon for Kilpatrick. Kwame Kilpatrick has earned every day he served in federal prison for the horrible crimes he committed against the People of Detroit.

Quick facts:Kilpatrick is seven years into a 28-year sentence to federal prison for racketeering and bribery. He was sentenced to federal prison in 2013 after being convicted of a long list of charges. Here’s the statement from the White House:“President Trump commuted the sentence of the former Mayor of Detroit, Kwame Malik Kilpatrick. He was sentenced to federal prison in 2013 after being convicted of racketeering, mail fraud, and wire fraud, among other charges. He filed another motion in 2017 to vacate his prison sentence, and that was denied by a district court judge.

House Bill 5334 amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of US-10 in Warren Township in Midland County in honor of Corporal Casey P. Zylman. Senate Bill 132 amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of US-12 in Lenawee County in honor of Michigan State Trooper Rodger M. Adams. Senate Bill 432 amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to revise an exemption of certain property from taxes collected under the General Property Tax Act. Senate Bill 1066 amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to transfer and deposit $37.1 million from the Michigan Film Promotion Fund to the state’s general fund for fiscal year (FY) 2019-20. The bills would have amended the Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to make it easier and cheaper for for-profit property finders to get access to Michigander’s private data.

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DETROIT – State Rep. Karen Whitsett (D-Detroit) found out she had tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) the day her friend and House colleague died from it. Her health was deteriorating fast and she prevailed upon her doctor to get hydroxychloroquine for her. “I thank God the president of the United States mentioned that drug because it did save me,” Whitsett said. “Congratulations to State Representative Karen Whitsett of Michigan. She has the utmost respect for how Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is handling the crisis.

Michigan Rep. Karen Whitsett credits hydroxychloroquine, President Trump for her recovery from COVID-19Published: April 6, 2020, 11:10 pmState Rep. Karen Whitsett (D-Detroit) found out she had tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) the day her friend and House colleague died from it.

LANSING, Mich. – A second member of the Michigan House Democratic Caucus has tested positive for COVID-19. Rep. Karen Whitsett (D-Detroit) is doing well and appears to be on the other side of her illness, according the House. “I also am praying for her speedy recovery, and for the safety of her friends and family,” said House Democratic Leader Christine Greig (D-Farmington Hills).“Rep. Whitsett’s positive result in another reminder that everyone must follow the recommended guidelines and in practice social distancing to stop the spread of this virus. Anyone who is experiencing symptoms should contact their medical provider.”On March 26, it was reported Rep. Tyrone Carter (D-Detroit) tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19).