Lawsuits challenge Money Out of Politics ballot measure on First Amendment grounds

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: November 6, 2026

Words: 775

Last Updated: 3 days, 3 hours ago

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Two lawsuits have been filed against Proposal 2, the “Michiganders for Money Out of Politics” ballot measure that passed on Tuesday with over 80% of the vote, arguing it violates the First Amendment.

The proposal is scheduled to take effect by Dec. 3, 2026, under Michigan election law, unless a court blocks its implementation. The measure bans campaign spending from “regulated electric and gas utilities, contractors with over $250,000 …

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