DTE, Consumers sue to block ‘money out of politics’ proposal approved by voters

Michigan’s biggest utility companies are suing to block implementation of Proposal 2, arguing voter-approved restrictions on political giving violate free speech rights.

By: Jordyn Hermani

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 831

Last Updated: 4 days, 2 hours ago

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Michigan utilities sue over Proposal 2, which passed Tuesday with more than 80% of the vote
Law bans utilities and some state contractors from donating to political campaigns, among other things
Lawsuit alleges that violates free speech and other constitutional rights

LANSING — Two days after Michigan voters overwhelmingly approved Proposal 2, DTE Energy and Consumers Energy on Thursday sued to stop implementation of new restrictions on their political giving.

The state’s …

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