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Mich. Democratic Party: Mike Rogers Caught Lying About Being in Michigan, Was Actually Campaigning in Florida... Again
LANSING, Michigan, April 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Mike Rogers Caught Lying About Being in Michigan, Was Actually Campaigning in Florida... Again
Yesterday, failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers posted old pictures on social media to pretend he was campaigning in Michigan. In reality, he was spending the day in his home state of Florida.
This isn't the first time multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers has lied to Michiganders about his Sunshine State excursions:
* Rogers moved into a multimillion-dollar Florida
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LANSING, Michigan, April 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Mike Rogers Caught Lying About Being in Michigan, Was Actually Campaigning in Florida... Again
Yesterday, failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers posted old pictures on social media to pretend he was campaigning in Michigan. In reality, he was spending the day in his home state of Florida.
This isn't the first time multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers has lied to Michiganders about his Sunshine State excursions:
* Rogers moved into a multimillion-dollar Floridamansion after he abandoned Michigan more than a decade ago, walked through the 'revolving door' to advise big corporations on the same issues he legislated in Congress, and enriched himself at the expense of Michiganders through his shady DC connections.
* During his failed 2024 campaign, Rogers faced repeated questions about his residency stemming from his Florida mansion and his lack of a consistent Michigan address.
* Rogers has continued to face scrutiny for spending time in Florida as recently as November 2025, with the Detroit Metro Times reporting that Rogers has "resum[ed] campaign activity from his Cape Coral home" and said he would rather be "on the beach in Florida" than spend time in Michigan.
"Deja vu: Mike Rogers is once again lying about being in Michigan, when he's actually spending time in his home state of Florida," said Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Joey Hannum. "Everybody already knows that Revolving Door Rogers abandoned Michigan over a decade ago, enriched himself through his shady DC connections, and moved into a Florida mansion--he should stop trying to mislead Michiganders about his Sunshine State excursions."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/mike-rogers-caught-lying-about-being-in-michigan-was-actually-campaigning-in-florida-again/
Mich. Democratic Party: FBI Investigating Mike Duggan's Dirty Dirt Scandal
LANSING, Michigan, April 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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FBI Investigating Mike Duggan's Dirty Dirt Scandal
"The FBI's involvement is an additional complication for Duggan"
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DETROIT -- In a shocking development, the FBI is now investigating Mike Duggan's dirty dirt scandal, according to new reporting from the Detroit Free Press. The growing scandal has enveloped Duggan's gubernatorial campaign and raised serious questions about his mismanagement that allowed cancer-causing chemicals to be spread across Detroit.
Testing has shown
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LANSING, Michigan, April 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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FBI Investigating Mike Duggan's Dirty Dirt Scandal
"The FBI's involvement is an additional complication for Duggan"
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DETROIT -- In a shocking development, the FBI is now investigating Mike Duggan's dirty dirt scandal, according to new reporting from the Detroit Free Press. The growing scandal has enveloped Duggan's gubernatorial campaign and raised serious questions about his mismanagement that allowed cancer-causing chemicals to be spread across Detroit.
Testing has shownthat the dirt Duggan used to backfill sites across Detroit is rife with lead, arsenic, and other harmful contaminants that pose serious cancer risks. The problem has grown substantially--with the Detroit Metro Times reporting this week that the number of sites needing testing has grown to more than 650 and officials have requested a 350% budget increase for testing, from $1 million to $4.5 million.
In 2015, Duggan promised that he was making it "very difficult" to bring in soil "unless we were confident where it came from." But Duggan failed, and by the end of 2025, several investigations have been launched and experts have questioned his management of the situation, with a former state regulator describing it as "mismanagement."
Taxpayers are now on the hook for a multi-million dollar clean-up at hundreds of sites across Detroit, and journalist Tom Perkins noted that Duggan was now "skating out of town, leaving these pits full of toxic waste next to people." After Duggan left office, the new city administration installed stricter safeguards and strengthened contract language for dirt contractors, something Duggan never did.
On Monday, the Michigan Democratic Party launched billboards across Detroit and a digital ad campaign calling out Duggan for leaving "toxic waste pits" filled with cancer-causing chemicals across the city.
This isn't the first time Duggan has been racked by an FBI investigation--in 2022, Duggan outed a confidential FBI informant while undermining a federal investigation.
"Mike Duggan is once again caught up in a major corruption scandal and he's failed the people of Detroit by allowing cancer-causing dirt to be dumped across the city. Duggan failed to keep people safe and now even the FBI is investigating his growing scandal," said Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Derrick Honeyman. "It's clear that Mike Duggan can't be trusted to lead Michigan, and he owes the people of Detroit answers and an apology for this toxic and cancerous mess that he's left behind."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/new-fbi-investigating-mike-duggans-dirty-dirt-scandal/
ICYMI: Democrats Help Defeat RNC's Lawsuit Attempting to Disenfranchise Military Families in Michigan
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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ICYMI: Democrats Help Defeat RNC's Lawsuit Attempting to Disenfranchise Military Families in Michigan
This week, the Michigan Court of Claims dismissed a lawsuit from the RNC attempting to disenfranchise thousands of U.S. citizens abroad, most notably military families. The DNC filed an amicus brief in support of Secretary of State Benson, Attorney General Nessel, and other Michigan leaders fighting back against the now-defeated lawsuit.
The RNC's suit aimed to rip away the voting
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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ICYMI: Democrats Help Defeat RNC's Lawsuit Attempting to Disenfranchise Military Families in Michigan
This week, the Michigan Court of Claims dismissed a lawsuit from the RNC attempting to disenfranchise thousands of U.S. citizens abroad, most notably military families. The DNC filed an amicus brief in support of Secretary of State Benson, Attorney General Nessel, and other Michigan leaders fighting back against the now-defeated lawsuit.
The RNC's suit aimed to rip away the votingrights of Americans overseas, including the spouses and family members of U.S. service members, by claiming that Michigan's longstanding residency requirements for voting conflict with the state constitution. The lawsuit ignored a federal law signed by Donald Trump in 2018 that allows military spouses to adopt a sponsoring servicemember's residence for voting purposes.
In response, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement:
"This decision is a victory for military families, and further proof that the RNC's efforts to disenfranchise voters will not succeed. The DNC will stop at nothing to prevent Republicans from cheating their way out of accountability in 2026, especially when their schemes target the families of our brave military servicemembers, like they did in Michigan. We were proud to stand with Secretary of State Benson and other Michigan leaders in fighting back against this shameful lawsuit."
Michigan Advance: Michigan court tosses Republican suit challenging overseas voting for military spouses and children
[Kyle Davidson, 04/24/2026]
* Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel on Wednesday dismissed a challenge to Michigan election law brought by the Republican National Committee and the Michigan Republican Party against Michigan's secretary of state and director of elections.
* While the suit aimed to invalidate a state law that allowed the spouses and dependents of Michigan voters who are living abroad to cast a ballot in Michigan elections, Patel concluded that the law remains in line with the Michigan Constitution.
* The suit was one of many cases that Republicans have filed against Benson, with the Michigan Court of Appeals rejecting a similar case in 2025, centered on the same rules within the state Election Officials Manual.
* In a statement, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson called the decision "a victory for military servicemembers, their families, and the rule of law."
* "Every U.S. citizen has the Constitutional right to freely cast their vote in every election - that should be a basic, nonpartisan position shared by every American, regardless of political preference," Benson said. "I hope the court's dismissal of this case marks the end of the RNC's deliberate, well-funded attack on military and overseas citizen voting. But I'm prepared to continue the fight to defend the voting rights of every eligible citizen in our state and across the nation."
* Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, which filed a brief in support of Benson, echoed the secretary of state's celebration, while pledging that "The DNC will stop at nothing to prevent Republicans from cheating their way out of accountability in 2026, especially when their schemes target the families of our brave military servicemembers, like they did in Michigan."
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Original text here: https://democrats.org/news/icymi-democrats-help-defeat-rncs-lawsuit-attempting-to-disenfranchise-military-families-in-michigan/
DNC: Under Trump, Consumer Confidence Drops to Lowest Point Ever
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Under Trump, Consumer Confidence Drops to Lowest Point EVER
New data released today shows that consumer sentiment dropped 3.5 index points this month, the steepest drop in years, across political party, income, age, and education. Year-ahead inflation expectations surged from 3.8% in March to 4.7% in April, the largest one-month increase since April of last year. Consumer sentiment is now at its lowest level ever recorded.
And today, Gallup's Economic Confidence Index dropped
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Under Trump, Consumer Confidence Drops to Lowest Point EVER
New data released today shows that consumer sentiment dropped 3.5 index points this month, the steepest drop in years, across political party, income, age, and education. Year-ahead inflation expectations surged from 3.8% in March to 4.7% in April, the largest one-month increase since April of last year. Consumer sentiment is now at its lowest level ever recorded.
And today, Gallup's Economic Confidence Index droppedten points to -38 in April, indicating Americans are more pessimistic about both the current economic conditions and the economy's direction.
In response, DNC Rapid Response Director Kendall Witmer released the following statement:
"Donald Trump and JD Vance have spent the last year ignoring the plight of working families who are just trying to get by in the face of sticker shock at the grocery store, rising health care costs, and surging prices at the pump. Trump and Vance have plunged the country into a war that's costing billions in taxpayer dollars. Meanwhile the White House claims there's no funding for health care, food, or schools. It's no surprise that consumers are more pessimistic under Trump than ever before in recorded history."
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Original text here: https://democrats.org/news/new-under-trump-consumer-confidence-drops-to-lowest-point-ever/
DNC: Trump Heads to RNC Retreat as Poll Numbers Hit Record Lows
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Trump Heads to RNC Retreat as Poll Numbers Hit Record Lows
Americans overwhelmingly disapprove of Trump and Republicans' agenda heading into the midterms
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Donald Trump will speak today at the Republican National Committee's spring retreat as his poll numbers hit record lows. Heading into the midterms, the American people strongly disapprove of Trump's second term as his reckless policies drive the economy into the ground and he forces Americans to foot the bill for his unpopular
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Trump Heads to RNC Retreat as Poll Numbers Hit Record Lows
Americans overwhelmingly disapprove of Trump and Republicans' agenda heading into the midterms
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Donald Trump will speak today at the Republican National Committee's spring retreat as his poll numbers hit record lows. Heading into the midterms, the American people strongly disapprove of Trump's second term as his reckless policies drive the economy into the ground and he forces Americans to foot the bill for his unpopularwar of choice with Iran.
Americans overwhelmingly disapprove of Trump's handling of the issues that are most important to them. A CNBC poll found Trump's net approval rating dropped 10 points to -18, the lowest ever measured across both of his terms. A new Fox News poll found that nearly 75% of Americans rate the economy poorly and Americans trust Democrats more than Republicans on the economy for the first time since 2010.
Reminder: RNC Chair Joe Gruters has said on multiple occasions that Republicans are headed for disaster in November. In December, Gruters said there is "a pending, looming disaster heading our way" and "the chances are Republicans will go down and will go down hard."
In response, DNC Rapid Response Director Kendall Witmer released the following statement:
"Donald Trump tanked the economy and now Republicans are in for a rude awakening in the midterms. Working families are being forced to make impossible decisions about whether to pay for groceries, go to the doctor, or take on more credit card debt, while they foot the bill for Trump's massive tax cuts for billionaires and his unpopular war. Good luck selling Americans on your 'Trump-a-Palooza' this November -- Democrats will continue to work to bring down costs and make life more affordable for everyday Americans."
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Original text here: https://democrats.org/news/trump-heads-to-rnc-retreat-as-poll-numbers-hit-record-lows/
DGA: MI, GA, PA, and IL GOP Gov Candidates Drag Baseless 2020 Election Denial Into 2026 Campaigns
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on April 24, 2026:
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MI, GA, PA, and IL GOP Gov Candidates Drag Baseless 2020 Election Denial into 2026 Campaigns
New reporting this week revealed how Republican candidates for governor in critical swing states are continuing to sow doubt about the 2020 election on the campaign trail, dragging along a tired old playbook of conspiracy theories and lies.
Two-time statewide loser John James in Michigan desperately spread election conspiracies at a recent event, saying, "Who here believes the president won
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news on April 24, 2026:
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MI, GA, PA, and IL GOP Gov Candidates Drag Baseless 2020 Election Denial into 2026 Campaigns
New reporting this week revealed how Republican candidates for governor in critical swing states are continuing to sow doubt about the 2020 election on the campaign trail, dragging along a tired old playbook of conspiracy theories and lies.
Two-time statewide loser John James in Michigan desperately spread election conspiracies at a recent event, saying, "Who here believes the president wonin 2020? All right, well, if you do, I outperformed President Trump in 2020, and there are five judges that agree with you..."
Rick Jackson in Georgia doubled down on his support for Donald Trump's push to overturn the 2020 election, saying, "That was totally ridiculous what happened in 2020 and our people really let us down." Jackson is facing Burt Jones, a fake elector, who was pivotal to the effort to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.
Unearthed social media posts from Stacy Garrity in Pennsylvania show her "praising the violent rioters" who "broke windows, assaulted police officers, and defecated in hallways," at the U.S. Capitol on January 6th in an attempt to overturn the election. She repeatedly referred to the rioters as "patriots" and said she was "proud" of them.
Additionally, when Darren Bailey in Illinois was pressed about the results of the 2020 election, he refused to admit that Trump lost, instead saying to "get over it" and that it "doesn't matter anymore."
Read more about how Republicans running for governor are still spreading baseless election conspiracies:
American Journal News: GOP Michigan candidates still claim Trump won 2020 election (https://americanjournalnews.com/gop-michigan-candidates-still-claim-trump-won-2020-election/)
* Two Republicans running for Michigan governor are still claiming the 2020 election was stolen from President Donald Trump.
* Nesbitt flat-out said, "Trump won Michigan" in 2020. James, who ran for the U.S. Senate that year, went a step further, implying the election was stolen from him as well.
* "Who here believes the president won in 2020? All right, well, if you do, I outperformed President Trump in 2020, and there are five judges that agree with you..."
Politico: 3 things we learned on the ground in Georgia (https://login.politicopro.com/?redirect=https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter/2026/04/3-things-we-learned-on-the-ground-in-georgia-00887873)
* At the event in Homer, Jackson was pressed during a question-and-answer session about whether he thought the 2020 election had been stolen from Trump in Georgia.
* He was adamant that it had been: "That was totally ridiculous what happened in 2020 and our people really let us down."
American Journal News: Garrity praised rioters, questioned 2020 election in unearthed posts (https://americanjournalnews.com/garrity-praised-rioters-questioned-2020-election-in-unearthed-posts/)
* Newly unearthed Facebook posts show Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity questioning the legitimacy of the 2020 election and praising the violent rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
* The posts suggest that Garrity, who is now the presumptive Republican nominee for governor, was more sympathetic to the rioters and their cause than previously known.... The rioters broke windows, assaulted police officers, and defecated in hallways.
* "I am proud of our Patriots," Garrity said.
WGN Radio: Darren Bailey on 2020 election, new Bears stadium, 'millionaires tax' (https://wgnradio.com/john-williams/darren-bailey-on-2020-election-new-bears-stadium-millionaires-tax/)
* REPORTER: Bailey would not say whether he believed the 2020 presidential election was stolen to elect Democrat Joe Biden. This is the same sort of question that the nominee for the Fed chairmanship is being asked on Capitol Hill right now. Did Donald Trump lose the 2020 election? I don't know how hard that is to answer, but it's become a bit of a litmus test these days. What's your best answer to that question?
* DARREN BAILEY: Well, my best answer to the question is that get over it. They're using this to try to trip us up, because anytime we have an opportunity to begin to unify as a nation, to begin to unify as a state, they keep going back to this nonsense. It is absolutely 100% irrelevant. It doesn't matter anymore.
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Original text here: https://democraticgovernors.org/updates/mi-ga-pa-and-il-gop-gov-candidates-drag-baseless-2020-election-denial-into-2026-campaigns/
DGA: Iowa GOP Candidate Zach Lahn "Honored" to Receive Endorsement From White Supremacist Steve King
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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Iowa GOP Candidate Zach Lahn "Honored" to Receive Endorsement from White Supremacist Steve King
Republican candidate for governor in Iowa, Zach Lahn, said he was "honored" to accept an endorsement from white supremacist and former Congressman Steve King last night.
King has a long and shameful record of peddling conspiracy theories and spewing hateful views, including promoting the "Great Replacement" theory, engaging with white nationalists and neo-Nazis, questioning why it's offensive to be a white
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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Iowa GOP Candidate Zach Lahn "Honored" to Receive Endorsement from White Supremacist Steve King
Republican candidate for governor in Iowa, Zach Lahn, said he was "honored" to accept an endorsement from white supremacist and former Congressman Steve King last night.
King has a long and shameful record of peddling conspiracy theories and spewing hateful views, including promoting the "Great Replacement" theory, engaging with white nationalists and neo-Nazis, questioning why it's offensive to be a whitenationalist, and making egregiously racist claims.
Lahn has not only raised no objections to any of this - but is bragging about King's endorsement, as he continues to run on an extreme agenda that includes opposing Medicaid expansion, gutting public education, and backing tariffs that are raising costs for Iowa farmers.
"Zach Lahn's decision to brag about campaigning with the support of white supremacist Steve King shows he's way too extreme to be governor. As this GOP primary for governor continues to run off the rails, it's now on every other GOP candidate for governor to speak out against Lahn for embracing Steve King," said DGA Communications Director Sam Newton.
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Original text here: https://democraticgovernors.org/updates/iowa-gop-candidate-zach-lahn-honored-to-receive-endorsement-from-white-supremacist-steve-king/
