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Our union workers are often the first to get wind of issues with the federal government in workplaces, so it was good to sit down and hear directly from them. Steelworkers are always welcome in my office (even if they are from Ohio).
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Our elections are safe and secure, but President Trump is pulling pages right out of the authoritarian playbook. We have to listen to exactly what he is saying and be ready. www.notus.org/2026-electio...
link:https://www.notus.org/2026-election/midterms-troops-polls-democrats
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In this week's Intel Briefing, we break down 3 important topics: 1️⃣ The Gordie Howe Bridge and how it will help Michiganders 2️⃣ How to stay safe during tornadoes and other extreme weather 3️⃣ What it could look like if Pres. Trump tries to interfere in our elections youtu.be/W6C6wOh4i5c
link:https://youtu.be/W6C6wOh4i5c
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This week, I had the chance to talk with the next generation of leaders from the University of Michigan Public Service Intern Program. We had insightful conversations about what it’s like to serve as a Senator, bipartisanship, and the overwhelming need for younger leadership in our politics.
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Two million Michiganders rely on Social Security. The Trust Fund is projected to run out in 2032, and Congress has bipartisan options to fix it. I break it down.
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What is happening inside the military with promotions and firings: We have a ton of people who are being removed from promotion lists. They’re being recommended by those in uniform, and they are being stripped out by Pete Hegseth.
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The war in Iran is driving up costs here at home. If and when the Strait of Hormuz opens up, and global shipping is resumed it will be important to hold oil and gas companies accountable and make sure gas prices are again coming down.
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Whether it’s on land, in the water, or in the sky — new technology should be built by Michiganders, many of whom were in the room with me in Traverse City last week. Companies like Sharrow Marine, whose propeller technology is groundbreaking (and it’s made right here in Michigan!)
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I never posted on social media before I ran for office. One of the first times I posted was about President Trump trying to repeal Obamacare. It took my friends by surprise and they thought I’d been hacked.
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What can state programs and our bipartisan housing bill do for homebuyers in Michigan? I break it down, including how through Michigan’s housing agency, eligible homebuyers may qualify for up to $10,000 in down payment assistance, closing costs, and other prepaid expenses.
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My advice to high school graduates? Be the man in the arena, not the critic in the stands.
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Talking with Michiganders of all backgrounds and ages is one of my favorite parts of the job, and a few weeks ago, Mayas Smith, a student heading to college and host of Young Citizens Academy, on Bloomfield Community Television reached out for an interview and I was happy to agree.
link:https://youtu.be/kXgLibJYfPY
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From our truckers and tourists to cars and motorcycles -- after many ups and downs, the Gordie Howe Bridge is open for business. This bridge will further connect us economically and culturally to our neighbors in Canada, and I can't wait to drive across it myself soon.
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President Trump’s authoritarian playbook is built on sowing doubt in our elections before votes are even cast. I’m working to prepare for scenarios to protect free and fair elections.
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This Administration is weaponizing federal grants against individuals and organizations who may disagree with them.
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President Trump's tariffs on generic drugs risk making prescriptions more expensive. If President Trump wanted to lower drug costs, we could do it tomorrow: let Medicare negotiate every drug price.
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Last week, I met with President Aoun again after our meeting in Beirut in February. We discussed concerns of Michiganders who had family members killed and homes destroyed by Israeli strikes -- and the need for documentation and accountability for this destruction, particularly in southern Lebanon.
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We must listen to what President Trump is saying about elections. It’s right out of an authoritarian playbook.
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What can the bipartisan housing bill do for our veterans? I break it down.
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Creating jobs. Investing in growth and infrastructure. And supporting small businesses. Michiganders across our state are rolling up their sleeves to move us forward on all those fronts -- and I saw it in action this month from Mount Clemens to Auburn Hills to Warren.
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Happy 325th Birthday, Detroit! Detroit is a city built on grit, innovation, and unwavering spirit.
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This is shameful. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/23/u...
link:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/23/us/politics/iran-troop-deaths.html?unlocked_article_code=1.z1A.tEg0.Q-cw8cUlwBvw&smid=url-share
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In this week's Intel Briefing, we dig into 3 important topics: 1️⃣ The price of health care and prescription drugs 2️⃣ Banning Chinese cars in America 3️⃣ Pres. Trump's continued playbook to sow doubt in our elections and what role you can play
link:https://youtu.be/dcUqfwWuEsQ
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No matter our differences, threats of violence against local leaders are never acceptable. This time it was in Holly, but I’ve seen it happen across the state. This is part of a troubling trend of violent threats targeting local officials across the country. www.fox2detroit.com/news/holly-v...
link:https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/holly-village-officials-alarmed-death-threat-posted-social-media
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Democrats and Republicans disagree on a lot of serious things. But on banning Chinese cars, we're aligned. The Connected Vehicle Security Act is about protecting our national security and our economic security.
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President Trump asked Americans to accept another war. Now he owes them the truth about what it costs. The bill isn’t just $37.5 billion—it could be closer to $200 billion. Show your math. You got us into this war. Explain to the American people what the cost is and don't fudge the figures.
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I’ve asked my Republican colleagues to support my bill, the Protect Our Polls Act, because “None of us want our military at our polls, right?" Their response was, “I don’t want to insult the President.” Don't worry about the President. Worry about your democracy and protecting the country.
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Canada is one of America’s most critical allies. Michiganders know that better than anyone — we share bonds of family, culture, commerce and closely intertwined supply chains.
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I’ve asked my Republican colleagues to support my bill, the Protect Our Polls Act, because “None of us want our military at our polls, right?" Their response was, “I don’t want to insult the President.” Don't worry about the President. Worry about your democracy and protecting the country.
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The President has been doing everything in his power to convince Americans that our elections aren’t valid. It’s not going to work, but we need to be clear-eyed about what he is doing.
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My bipartisan bill with Senator Bernie Moreno to ban Chinese cars, the Connected Vehicle Security Act, just advanced out of a key committee with unanimous bipartisan support. Chinese cars are surveillance packages on wheels and I'm looking forward to getting this bill over the finish line.
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Attending the Senate Commerce Committee today as they mark up and vote on my bill with Senator Bernie Moreno to ban Chinese vehicles in the United States. It has support from both parties, business and labor. This is an important first step; let's get it across the finish line.
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Right now, I’m headed to the Senate Commerce Committee, which is taking up our bill to ban Chinese cars. These vehicles are a threat to our national security and economy, and today is an important step in getting my bipartisan bill with Senator Bernie Moreno passed into law. Let's get it done.
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It’s heartbreaking that, in such a short period of time, one young man has lost his life and another has sustained severe injuries in separate incidents at music festivals in our state. My heart goes out to their families, friends, and loved ones as they navigate the days ahead.
link:https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/oakland-county/auburn-hills-man-severely-injured-at-blissfest-music-festival-friends-demand-answers
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Watch my interview with @thebulwark.com 🔽🔽🔽
link:https://substack.com/@markhertling/note/p-208002383?r=61w5n4&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action
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President Trump is weaponizing the government against his perceived enemies. That includes when he tried to jail and indict my colleagues and me over a 90-second video. And now it includes going after journalists and their families.
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The Department of Defense should release its findings on the deadly bombing of an elementary school in Iran. The deadliest civilian casualty event tied to the U.S. military in decades.
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Asking the most important questions on National Hot Dog Day. (By the way, the correct answer is grilled with mustard and onions, chili if you’d like)
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In Michigan, voters on both the left and the right are focused on kitchen-table issues, not getting into more wars and spending more money abroad.
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President Trump tweeted about me last night and my concerns that the Postal Service was going to curb mail-in voting. But it's part of a much bigger playbook from this President. The man has basically said, "If my team loses, the system is rigged."
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Last night, President Trump was back to tweeting about me. This time it wasn't about his efforts to criminally indict me, but my work to stop his Administration from curbing our right to vote by mail.
link:https://youtube.com/shorts/qWb9Oje-xv0?is=rnH1yAr8CE7eSDki
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The estimated $200 billion we’ve spent on the war in Iran could have paid for everyone on Medicare to get free dental, vision, and hearing care for six years. It could have paid for a check to every American household for $1,500. It could do school lunches for all kids for 18 years.
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The President is clearly focused on a handful of states that he says have problems in our elections, including Michigan.
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In this week's Intel Briefing, we dig into 3 topics: 1️⃣ The future of Social Security benefits 2️⃣ Update on the Iran War and its rising cost to Americans 3️⃣ Pres. Trump’s speech and his attempts to sow doubt in our elections youtu.be/Bvvt6oXH1LA
link:https://youtu.be/Bvvt6oXH1LA
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The president thinks he can tell the American people that we're winning the war with Iran when they still know the price of gas. People aren't stupid.
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At the State of the Union, President Trump declared that the only way Democrats could win in the midterms is if they cheat.
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The president refuses to rule out, as does his cabinet, sending in uniform military. He's obsessed with it. That's why I introduced the Protect Our Polls Act.
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Bill Pulte has zero national security experience, but right now he heads up 18 different intelligence agencies.
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If you tuned in on the livestream to our housing tele-town hall, we apologize for the technical difficulties. If you'd like to listen in, please call 855-920-0068.
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Today, I’m introducing the MERIT Act — the Minimum Experience Requirements for Intelligence Transition Act. This comes as Bill Pulte serves as Acting DNI, and ahead of President Trump’s address on elections this evening. youtube.com/shorts/WsDH0...
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