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To win the future, you need a plan. The Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP) commission will work across government, academia and industry to strengthen our national security, protect workers, and boost advanced and robotics manufacturing in Michigan and across the nation.
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AI is going to shape the future of America’s national security, and we must win the AI race against China. But to do that, we need action that puts limits on AI in the Department of Defense. This is just common sense.
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Congress is behind in putting left and right limits on the use of AI at the Pentagon. My bill ensures a human is involved when deadly autonomous weapons are fired, AI cannot be used to spy on the American people, and that a human is on the switch to launch nuclear weapons.
link:https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/senator-introduces-bill-draw-red-lines-ai-use-military-rcna263905
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Four lives were lost, and 20 people were injured after a tornado ripped through SW Michigan. We owe it to them and their families to understand how this tragic event unfolded and what changes are needed to protect public safety and save lives during extreme weather events.
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We need to spread wealth across America, not just enriching 18 tech executives in Silicon Valley.
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is out. What comes next?
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/u__6qa1PkGA?feature=share
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How is the Iranian military is using kamikaze drones and what that means:
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/U81W8dnAx-0?feature=share
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Because of President Trump’s war in Iran, anything that depends on the cost of fuel is going to go up. That means trucking, that means airline tickets. That means the price of food. youtube.com/shorts/22yp2...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/22yp2VVtxs8?feature=share
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Thank you to our utility linemen out there working to get power back up, working in terrible conditions. We support you.
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3. Warming centers are available and 211 should be able to provide the best location near you. 4. Make sure to keep all heaters away from flammable objects and NEVER use ovens, grills, or camp stoves to heat your home.
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Northern Michiganders and the UP: we're aware many of you have lost power. Here are four key reminders: 1. Stay off roads unless its absolutely necessary. 2. Call 211 for local resources and 911 for downed power lines and emergencies....
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No matter what President Trump says, we have not won anything in Iran. Our economy is directly impacted and there is no plan. youtube.com/shorts/F1l7s...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/F1l7sJDPefI?feature=share
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From 2021-2024, tornadoes cost the state of Michigan $200 million, and I am ready to help the communities impacted by the recent tornadoes. I break down the trends we’ve been seeing and the emergency actions taken by state and federal officials, and what comes next.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/ms2Ty3iQAU4?feature=share
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One consequence of President Trump’s war in Iran is how it impacts deterrence in Europe. If anyone thinks that Vladimir Putin is deterred when we leave Europe, I would love to sell them a bridge. youtube.com/shorts/6ac5D...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/6ac5DKfIb1o?feature=share
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If Russia is helping to kill U.S. forces, we have crossed a Rubicon. We have to take decisive action. Instead, we're giving them breaks on oil, and they’re making a ton of money.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/zd4jToCZ33A?feature=share
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Sign up for STEP at mytravel.state.gov/s/step. Americans who need help can call Consular Affairs 24/7 at: +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) or +1-888-407-4747 (from the United States and Canada).
link:https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step
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For more information on tornado recovery assistance: x.com/MichEMHS/sta...
link:https://x.com/MichEMHS/status/2031865248752292162
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In this week's intel brief, we go deep on three topics: 1️⃣ An update on the war in Iran and its impact on costs at home 2️⃣ This weekend's tornadoes in southwest Michigan 3️⃣ The recent departure of Kristi Noem, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security youtu.be/CeqQ8DBCYmk
link:https://youtu.be/CeqQ8DBCYmk
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You’ve got to call out hate when we see it. We cannot normalize it. Thanks, Josh Landon from Fox 2 Detroit, for the important conversation.
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It's been incredible to watch neighbors, organizations and regular citizens open up their homes to help care for people in West Bloomfield Township.
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Our first responders, law enforcement, and the private security on the ground all put themselves at risk to save lives at Temple Israel. If not for them, it would have been so much worse and we thank them for that. youtube.com/shorts/FCizq...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/FCizqK0UbfI?feature=share
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Everyone has a responsibility to call out antisemitism anywhere we see it. youtube.com/shorts/rQdnq...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/rQdnqcxH5LM?feature=share
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The greater Jewish community is still reeling from the attack on Temple Israel yesterday. Were it not for their private security and local law enforcement, this would have been an even greater tragedy. Watch my remarks here: youtu.be/1vTVtE2yeZM
link:https://youtu.be/1vTVtE2yeZM
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Some support and resources from Oakland Community Health Network:
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If I'm going to consider additional funding, they’re going to need to open up the hood and tell me why the ample amount of money the Pentagon has isn’t enough. youtube.com/shorts/aOCeX...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/aOCeXmHwaH8?feature=share
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Congress gave the Pentagon over a trillion dollars in the last budget and a 150 billion topper from the Big Beautiful Bill.
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We have genuine problems in this country with ICE. We've all seen the videos with our own eyes. And Republicans should stop holding funding for FEMA, Coast Guard, and TSA hostage while we debate those ICE reforms. youtube.com/shorts/wYZXE...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/wYZXEEuiJTI?feature=share
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President Trump is right on this -- the Asian Carp *is* a rather violent and destructive fish. We need to complete the Brandon Road project and protect Michigan's Great Lakes.
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It shouldn't be left up to our companies or to any one official to make important decisions about AI use in the military. youtube.com/shorts/8AXJo...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/8AXJoISgIOs?feature=share
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PS: Just in case you think no one can get along in DC, when I found the Michiganders in the conference, they were having breakfast with a bunch of Buckeyes!
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We also discussed ways to address the retirement health care gap for fire fighters — especially during the years after they retire but before they become eligible for Medicare.
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Yesterday, I joined fire fighters with the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) at the International Association of Fire Fighters reception. They shared stats about the high rates of cancer among fire fighters and the need to get PFAS out of fire fighting foam and gear.
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The war in Iran will reach Michigan's farmers. Fuel and fertilizer is getting more expensive, just as planting season begins.
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Michigan is home to the most specialty crops in America with regular access to water. They’re still reeling from President Trump’s tariffs, and now we need to know what these growers should expect from his farmer bailout.
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This, from a U.S. Representative, is racist and deeply anti-American. Everyone — Democrats, Republicans, and Independents — should condemn it. www.npr.org/2026/03/09/g...
link:https://www.npr.org/2026/03/09/g-s1-113033/tennessee-gop-rep-says-muslims-dont-belong-in-american-society
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With more severe weather possible, please remain alert and make a plan to prepare. For shelter or human resources needs, please call 211. www.michigan.gov/consumerprot...
link:https://www.michigan.gov/consumerprotection/protect-yourself/consumer-alerts/scams/after-the-disaster-scams
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The goal now is to assess storm damage, expedite storm cleanup, and work to restore power for those impacted by this terrible storm. As communities recover, please be wary of scams related to tree removal and storm cleanup.
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Following the devastating tornadoes in Southwest MI, my team and I are keeping in close touch with local officials, who are doing yeoman’s work to try and help their communities recover.
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At Great Lakes Day last week, I spoke to a room of Americans and Canadians who all have one thing in common: our love for the Great Lakes.
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Despite what’s coming out of Washington, we as Michiganders have grown up appreciating our Canadian neighbors.
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We need to put left and right limits on the use of AI at the Department of Defense, and especially on issues of life and death, and mass surveillance on the American public.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/51E4WfqALdA?feature=share
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Known as Bloody Sunday, their courage helped change the course of our nation and paved the way for the Voting Rights Act of 1965. May this day continue to serve as a reminder that protecting our democracy is sacred and never finished.
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61 years ago today, Black demonstrators, including future Congressman John Lewis, marched in Selma for the fundamental right to vote and were met with violence on the Edmund Pettus Bridge.
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Congratulations, Colten! www.9and10news.com/2026/03/04/c...
link:https://www.9and10news.com/2026/03/04/childhood-dream-realized-as-cadillac-senior-earns-west-point-appointment/
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Gas prices had been going down. But gas prices are now going up because of President Trump’s war in Iran.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/pjtIFmF5_6o?feature=share
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In Iran, President Trump is spending $1 billion a day. Six service members have died. So, why did the President get involved in Iran? There’s a lot we still don’t know. youtube.com/shorts/JH5dL...
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/JH5dLSf9p8w?feature=share
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As people dig out from the property damage, we know it will take significant time and effort to rebuild. For these early days, here are a few responses for those impacted: www.woodtv.com/weather/weat...
link:https://www.woodtv.com/weather/weather-news/thunderstorms-roll-in-across-west-michigan/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter_WOODTV
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Heartbroken by the lives lost from the tornadoes in Southwest Michigan. The first responders have been amazing, and we owe them our deep appreciation for responding so quickly and helping to prevent further loss of life.
link:https://www.woodtv.com/weather/weather-news/thunderstorms-roll-in-across-west-michigan/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter_WOODTV
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We discussed how the VA workforce was preparing for this transition, how it might be experienced by veterans, and what we can do to help. We all want this transition to succeed — we all need to be clear eyed to ensure minimal disruption to veterans and VA staff.
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As a member of SVAC, I’ve been tracking this closely, and this week, I hosted a bipartisan briefing with Rep. Jack Bergman, Rep. Tom Barrett, and Deputy Secretary of the VA Paul Lawrence and his team.