Politics & Government

Politics & Government

The UAW endorses Biden but that doesn't necessarily translate into votes

5:03am February 27, 2024

by Leila Fadel

As primary voters go to the polls in Michigan Tuesday, United Auto Workers members talk about election issues and their union's endorsement of President Biden.

Morning news brief

5:03am February 27, 2024

Republicans and Democrats in Michigan head to the polls today to vote for their respective parties' candidates. The FTC and nine states are suing to block the Kroger-Albertsons supermarket merger

Michigan college students say neither party talks about issues that matter to them

5:03am February 27, 2024

by Leila Fadel

As Michigan primary voters head to the polls Tuesday, we hear from students at Wayne State University about their biggest concerns for this election year.

ProLife Across America, a national nonprofit, has placed multiple anti-abortion billboards in Rapid City, South Dakota.

What counts as an exception to South Dakota's abortion ban? A video may soon explain

5:00am February 27, 2024

by Arielle Zionts

South Dakota allows doctors to terminate a pregnancy only if a patient's life is in jeopardy. Lawmakers say a government-created video would clarify what that exception actually means.

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Here are Michigan's 2024 presidential primary results

12:02am February 27, 2024

by Washington Desk

Voting concludes Tuesday in Michigan's presidential primaries. Follow the results live.

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Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Texas and Florida social media laws

10:37pm February 26, 2024

by Carrie Johnson

These cases raise a critical question for the First Amendment and the future of social media: whether states can force the platforms to carry content they find hateful or objectionable.

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Tens of thousands rallied in São Paulo to support Bolsonaro amid investigations

5:34pm February 26, 2024

by Carrie Kahn

The indicted former president of Brazil Jair Bolsonaro is rallying supporters as his legal troubles grow. Tens of thousands of his backers filled blocks of a major boulevard in São Paulo Sunday.

CPAC acted as a kind of tryout for those hoping to be Trump's VP pick

5:34pm February 26, 2024

by Franco Ordoñez

The hottest speaking slot in town — if you're a Republican — is at CPAC. Especially if you are eyeing a spot on the shortlist of Trump's vice presidential hopefuls.

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What is up with Michigan's unusual GOP primary and caucuses?

5:15pm February 26, 2024

by Rick Pluta

Michigan's GOP is dealing with a challenge to its leadership over alleged mishandling of party assets. The winner of Tuesday's GOP primary will not receive all of the state's party delegates.

Campaign urges people to vote 'uncommitted' unless Biden calls for ceasefire in Gaza

4:41pm February 26, 2024

by Elena Moore

In Michigan, some organizers and political leaders know the stakes of Trump but aren't willing to compromise on Biden's record. They're pledging to vote "uncommitted" if he doesn't take action.

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