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The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is asking a judge to shield documents seized in a raid on its offices from an investigation by the state attorney general.

As legal and political drama unfolds surrounding the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, questions remain about who will be held accountable for mishandling of taxpayer dollars and whether Michigan’s business incentives program will face changes moving forward.

The chair of the state House Oversight Committee says its inquiry into possible misuse of a $20 million economic development grant might be slowed by a criminal investigation.

Bills introduced Thursday would curtail the state from requiring legislators to sign non-disclosure agreements to get details of economic development deals.

Dow is getting $120 million and tax exemptions as part of a package from the state of Michigan that Governor Gretchen Whitmer says will protect 5,000 jobs.

Michigan House Republicans are focusing on accountability and access to state economic development programs in a new plan unveiled Wednesday.

The State of Michigan's economic development agency hands out $87.5 million for business and industry projects.

Wayne State University, Oakland University, the University of Michigan and Washtenaw Community College will each receive grants and matching funds aimed at expanding semiconductor programs.

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has placed digital ads in other states to call attention to Michigan’s protections for abortion and LGBTQ rights.

“Michigan is among the first states in the nation to have created an all-hands-on deck consortium,” said Kerry Ebersole Singh, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s chief talent solutions and engagement officer.