As Trump and congressional Republicans continue to sow doubt in Michigan elections, Dems hit back

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: February 4, 2026

Words: 579

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago


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As Michigan’s Republican representatives square off against Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, bringing doubts to the safety of the state’s elections, several top Democrats are rebuffing President Donald Trump’s suggestion to place federal officials in charge of state elections.

On Wednesday, U.S. Reps. Jack Bergman (R-Watersmeet), John Moolenaar (R-Caledonia), Bill Huizenga (R-Holland Township), Tim Walberg (R-Tipton), Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte), Lisa McClain (R-Bruce Township), and John James (R-Shelby Township) sent a letter to Benson following …

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