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Politics & Government

GOP lawmakers request Justice Department to monitor Michigan elections

Rick Pluta

The GOP lawmakers say federal oversight is needed because Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has a conflict of interest since she is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor. One of the letter’s signers is Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt, who is seeking his party’s nomination.
Politics & Government

Michigan poll watchers learn what they can and can't do on election day

Steve Carmody

Training is underway this week in Michigan for people planning to be poll watchers during next month’s election.Complaints of rigged voting and voter…