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What Joe Bidenโs exit from presidential race could mean for Michigan residents
Read full article: What Joe Bidenโs exit from presidential race could mean for Michigan residentsThose who study politics for a living are just as baffled as you may be by what's unfolding inside the Democratic Party over whether President Joe Biden should continue his reelection bid.
Michigan Democrats defend President Joe Biden amid reelection doubts
Read full article: Michigan Democrats defend President Joe Biden amid reelection doubtsAmid calls from Democrats for President Joe Biden to end his reelection campaign, leaders in the Michigan Democratic Party are coming to his defense.
Looking back at previous presidential election rematches in US history
Read full article: Looking back at previous presidential election rematches in US historyItโs been nearly 70 years since there last was a presidential election rematch, but it has occurred more than people might think in U.S. history.
Top aides for President Biden plan to meet with Palestinian Americans while in Michigan
Read full article: Top aides for President Biden plan to meet with Palestinian Americans while in MichiganTop aides for President Joe Biden plan to meet with local Palestinian Americans while in Michigan on Thursday.
North American International Auto Show has vastly different feel in Downtown Detroit
Read full article: North American International Auto Show has vastly different feel in Downtown DetroitDowntown Detroit looked vastly different during this yearโs Auto Show compared to the last one that took place thousands of days ago.
Live stream: President Biden delivers remarks on efforts to secure access to reproductive health care
Read full article: Live stream: President Biden delivers remarks on efforts to secure access to reproductive health carePresident Joe Biden is expected to deliver virtual remarks on efforts to secure access to reproductive and other health care services.
Live stream: President Joe Biden addresses climate crisis as millions face dangerous heat wave
Read full article: Live stream: President Joe Biden addresses climate crisis as millions face dangerous heat wavePresident Joe Biden is expected to deliver remarks on how his administration will address the climate crisis and work towards a clean energy future on Wednesday.
President Biden speaks after Roe V Wade overturned, vows to protect a womanโs right
Read full article: President Biden speaks after Roe V Wade overturned, vows to protect a womanโs rightBiden: vows to 'do all in my power' to protect a woman's right in states where they face effects of abortion ruling.
โBring down the price youโre charging at the pumpโ: Biden pressures stations to share savings in US
Read full article: โBring down the price youโre charging at the pumpโ: Biden pressures stations to share savings in USPresident Joe Biden just launched new proposals to bring some relief to Americans suffering from high prices at the gas pump.
Talks of federal gas tax holiday rekindled; How much would this save you at the pump?
Read full article: Talks of federal gas tax holiday rekindled; How much would this save you at the pump?President Joe Biden is considering a federal gas tax holiday to reduce prices. Right now, drivers in Metro Detroit are paying an average of $5.26 per gallon.
President Biden invokes Defense Production Act for formula shortage in Metro Detroit
Read full article: President Biden invokes Defense Production Act for formula shortage in Metro DetroitWith the baby formula shortage becoming critical, the Biden Administration is invoking the Defense Production Act Wednesday (May 18) night to speed up the supply.
White House: University of Michiganโs Ford School dean top pick for Fed banking regulator
Read full article: White House: University of Michiganโs Ford School dean top pick for Fed banking regulatorU-M's dean of public policy school is a top nominee for a role at the Federal Reserve, says White House.
Black lawyers in Metro Detroit applaud Ketanji Brown Jackson as first Black woman appointed to Supreme Court
Read full article: Black lawyers in Metro Detroit applaud Ketanji Brown Jackson as first Black woman appointed to Supreme CourtOn Friday (Feb. 25), Black attorneys in Metro Detroit not only applauded the nomination but are speaking out about just how inspirational this is for future generations.
Russiaโs aggression and impact on gas prices in US: President Biden pledges action
Read full article: Russiaโs aggression and impact on gas prices in US: President Biden pledges actionThe Ukraine invasion brings into focus energy instability, meaning gasoline prices are headed into painful territory, and thatโs something President Joe Biden acknowledged Thursday (Feb. 24).
President Joe Biden addresses Oxford High School shooting: โMy heart goes out to the familiesโ
Read full article: President Joe Biden addresses Oxford High School shooting: โMy heart goes out to the familiesโPresident Joe Biden addressed the shooting while speaking at a technical college in Minnesota.
Afghan journalist, former University of Michigan fellow returns to Ann Arbor after escaping Kabul
Read full article: Afghan journalist, former University of Michigan fellow returns to Ann Arbor after escaping KabulKnight-Wallace alum and former New York Times journalist Jawad Sukhanyar narrowly escaped Kabul to return to Ann Arbor.
Proof of COVID vaccination to enter: Will large venues in Michigan implement President Bidenโs request?
Read full article: Proof of COVID vaccination to enter: Will large venues in Michigan implement President Bidenโs request?There is a steady line of customers at the box office at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre on Friday as many are ready for the remainder of the summer concert series.
Metro Detroit businesses confused over national mask, vaccine mandates
Read full article: Metro Detroit businesses confused over national mask, vaccine mandatesEvery business in the country is awaiting the Occupational Safety and Health Agencyโs emergency temporary standard that will lay out the rules,
How new national COVID vaccine, mask mandates impact Metro Detroitโs entertainment venues
Read full article: How new national COVID vaccine, mask mandates impact Metro Detroitโs entertainment venuesOfficials at the University of Michigan said there wonโt be any immediate changes at the Big House, but Michigan State University said they will be reevaluating its COVID protocols.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer reacts to President Bidenโs COVID vaccine mandate
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Whitmer reacts to President Bidenโs COVID vaccine mandateThe plan is largely tied to vaccine mandates through businesses and would affect about about 100 million Americans. Itโs a 6-point plan that relies on two executive orders.
President Biden calls on states to offer $100 COVID vaccine incentives
Read full article: President Biden calls on states to offer $100 COVID vaccine incentivesPresident Joe Biden is calling on states to use some of their federal COVID relief dollars and offer a $100 vaccine incentive to those newly vaccinated.
Gov. Whitmer seeks presidential disaster declaration to help Michigan businesses, residents impacted by flooding
Read full article: Gov. Whitmer seeks presidential disaster declaration to help Michigan businesses, residents impacted by floodingOn Tuesday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer requested that President Joe Biden declare a major disaster for the state of Michigan as a result of the heavy rainfall and flooding that occurred in late June.
Live Stream: President Joe Biden delivers remarks on COVID-19 response and vaccines
Read full article: Live Stream: President Joe Biden delivers remarks on COVID-19 response and vaccinesWatch live coverage as President Joe Biden delivers remarks on his administration's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and renewed efforts to promote vaccinations across the country.
President Bidenโs May 18 visit to Dearborn draws criticism amid Middle East conflict
Read full article: President Bidenโs May 18 visit to Dearborn draws criticism amid Middle East conflictAs the world watches the fighting in Gaza, eyes and ears will turn to Bidenโs visit to Dearborn, which has the nationโs highest density of Arab Americans.
Federal officials increasing COVID-19 vaccine doses available for Michigan starting next week
Read full article: Federal officials increasing COVID-19 vaccine doses available for Michigan starting next weekGretchen Whitmer released a statement Tuesday after White House officials announced that there will be an increase of COVID-19 vaccine doses available for Michigan starting next week. Officials said the allocation includes 147,800 doses of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. This comes after Whitmer recently requested for more vaccines as the state is seeing a rise in COVID numbers. READ: CDC: Michigan leads country in new cases of COVID per populationMore than 4 million doses have been administered in the state. We know that the COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective at preventing COVID-19.
Group to discuss energy recommendations for Michigan U.P.
Read full article: Group to discuss energy recommendations for Michigan U.P.LANSING, Mich. โ A group looking into ways to meet energy needs in Michiganโs Upper Peninsula is expected to discuss its recommendations during an online public meeting. Energy Task Force will hold its final meeting Tuesday, according to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. On Sundayโs episode of Flashpoint former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm who currently serves on President Joe Bidenโs cabinet as secretary of energy will make an appearance. AdFlashpoint 3/14/21: Energy secretary Jennifer Granholm, county leaders to weigh in on crucial issuesRead more:
President Biden marks one-year anniversary of pandemic with plan to beat the virus
Read full article: President Biden marks one-year anniversary of pandemic with plan to beat the virusOne year after the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States, President Joe Biden on Thursday spoke of a plan to beat the virus. The president pledged to make all adults eligible to receive a vaccine by May 1. Biden noted that it does not mean everyone 18 and older will be vaccinated by that day but that all adults would be eligible to sign up for one. READ: Biden aims for quicker shots, โindependence from this virusโREAD: Biden signs COVID bill: When to expect 3rd stimulus check and whoโs eligibleAdThe countryโs recovery from the pandemic is dependent on people getting vaccinated, he said. MORE: Tracking COVID-19 vaccination progress in the USAlong with the vaccination push, the president said opening all K-8 schools in the next 50 days is a top priority.
President Biden sets May 1 target to have all adults vaccine-eligible
Read full article: President Biden sets May 1 target to have all adults vaccine-eligiblePresident Joe Biden speaks before signing the American Rescue Plan, a coronavirus relief package, in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, March 11, 2021, in Washington. AdโThis is a whole of country effort,โ White House chief of staff Ron Klain told CNN. โThis historic legislation is about rebuilding the backbone of this country,โ Biden said as he signed the bill in the Oval Office. Biden originally planned to sign the bill on Friday, but it arrived at the White House more quickly than anticipated. AdAlmost exactly one year ago, President Donald Trump addressed the nation to mark the WHOโs declaration of a global pandemic.
Gov. Whitmer speaks on President Bidenโs visit to Michiganโs Pfizer facility
Read full article: Gov. Whitmer speaks on President Bidenโs visit to Michiganโs Pfizer facilityPORTAGE, Mich. โ Friday was a big day for Michigan as President Joe Biden toured the Pfizer manufacturing facility in Portage. Biden witnessed firsthand the 1,300-acre manufacturing site with about 350 ultra-cold freezers holding millions of COVID vaccine doses getting boxed and sent out the door. READ: Biden outlines plan to ramp up US vaccine rollout while at Michigan Pfizer facilityAdโTo highlight Portage, Michigan, where Pfizer vaccines are rolling, now weโve been the epicenter of hope,โ Whitmer said. โEvery Michigander who wants a vaccine will get a vaccine,โ she said. Trump pulled the U.S. out of the WHO, but Biden moved quickly after his inauguration last month to rejoin and confirmed that the U.S. would contribute to COVAX.
President Biden will visit Michigan Pfizer vaccine plant today
Read full article: President Biden will visit Michigan Pfizer vaccine plant todayPresident Joe Biden walks on the South Lawn of the White House to board Marine One after speaking with reporters, Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)President Joe Biden is now scheduled to visit Michigan on Friday after his Thursday trip was postponed due to weather. Pfizer said it takes about 110 days to produce a batch of the COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer expects to make a batch of the vaccine in about 60 days, meaning more doses are on the way. Michigan COVID-19 vaccinations: How to find appointments, info on phasesAdView more: Michigan COVID-19 dataView more: Tracking Michigan COVID-19 hospitalization data trends
President Biden postpones trip to visit Michigan Pfizer facility due to weather
Read full article: President Biden postpones trip to visit Michigan Pfizer facility due to weatherPresident Joe Biden walks on the South Lawn of the White House to board Marine One after speaking with reporters, Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)President Joe Bidenโs Thursday trip to Michigan has been postponed due to the weather, according to a White House statement. The announcement was confirmed by a White House official. Biden was scheduled to tour the Pfizer vaccine manufacturing facility in Portage on Thursday. AdMichigan COVID-19 vaccinations: How to find appointments, info on phasesView more: Michigan COVID-19 dataView more: Tracking Michigan COVID-19 hospitalization data trends
Detroit Mayor Duggan speaks on White House meeting
Read full article: Detroit Mayor Duggan speaks on White House meetingDETROIT โ Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan returned to Michigan Friday evening after a meeting with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House. โIโve been to the White House several times, but this was the first time Iโve ever had a meeting in the Oval Office and that was very special,โ Duggan said. The meeting with Biden and Harris also included a bipartisan group of mayors and governors. READ: Detroit Mayor Duggan meets with Biden administration to discuss COVID reliefREAD: 2 cases of COVID-19 B117 variant confirmed in Detroit, mayor saysAdโAll of us have people who are out of work, who are afraid that they are going to be evicted when the courts open up, who need housing assistance. Heโs very proud in the role he had in helping Detroit come out of bankruptcy when he was vice president and heโs still very much committed to our city,โ Duggan said.
Michigan election audit: Hand recount matches machine recount within 1%
Read full article: Michigan election audit: Hand recount matches machine recount within 1%LANSING, Mich. โ A statewide election audit confirmed that Michiganโs vote-counting machines are accurate, according to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Hundreds of Republican, Democratic and nonpartisan municipal and county clerks from more than 1,300 local jurisdictions participated in the audit. Jocelyn BensonREAD: Michigan Secretary of State makes push for major election reformAdIn the hand count, President Biden received more votes than former president Donald Trump. In Wayne County, which uses Dominion machines, Biden received 68 percent, while Trump received 31 percent. In Oakland County, which uses Hart machines, Biden received 57 percent while Trump received 41 percent, and in Macomb County, which uses ES&S machines, Biden received 44 percent and Trump received 54 percent.
White House COVID Response Team plans to use Defense Production Act
Read full article: White House COVID Response Team plans to use Defense Production ActWASHINGTON, D.C. โ The Biden administration announced it plans to use the Defense Production Act to assist in the battle against coronavirus. The Defense Production Act was also used by the Trump administration early in the pandemic to increase the production of ventilators. During a Friday press conference, the White House COVID Response Team revealed details about how the act will be used to aid in three key areas. He said the Defense Production Act will be used to prioritize getting critical supplies for Pfizer, including more filling pumps. The act will also be used to help six suppliers make at-home and point-of-care COVID tests.
Hear from the Detroit artist whose Rosa Parks sculpture is featured in Bidenโs Oval Office
Read full article: Hear from the Detroit artist whose Rosa Parks sculpture is featured in Bidenโs Oval OfficeDETROIT โ President Joe Biden brought a piece of Black history to the White House last month when he redecorated the Oval Office. A bronze bust of Detroitโs own Rosa Parks is now on prominent display. Artis Lane, a Detroit artist hand-crafted the bust. READ: Detroit artistโs sculpture of Rosa Parks featured in Bidenโs Oval OfficeArtis Lane was born in Ontario. AdโSometimes I work from photographs, but she (Rosa Parks) came over to my home.
Live Stream: Biden to deliver remarks on strengthening American manufacturing
Read full article: Live Stream: Biden to deliver remarks on strengthening American manufacturingPresident Joe Biden(Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.)
Detroit artistโs sculpture of Rosa Parks featured in Bidenโs Oval Office
Read full article: Detroit artistโs sculpture of Rosa Parks featured in Bidenโs Oval OfficeThe Oval Office of the White House is newly redecorated for the first day of President Joe Biden's administration, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in Washington, including a bust of civil rights leader Rosa Parks. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)DETROIT โ A Detroit artistโs work has been chosen to be prominently featured in President Joe Bidenโs Oval Office. Related: Cesar Chavezโs son happy dadโs bust is in Biden Oval OfficeA bust of civil rights figure Rosa Parks, made by Detroiter Artis Lane, is one of the new pieces of art decorating the Oval Office. Lane said sheโs honored that one of her sculptures has been included in the Oval Office. Laneโs portrait and sculpture work includes Nelson Mandela, 40th President Ronald Reagan, 45th President Barrack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama and more.
Live stream: President Joe Biden to discuss response to economic crisis, sign executive orders
Read full article: Live stream: President Joe Biden to discuss response to economic crisis, sign executive ordersPresident Joe Biden prepares to sign a series of executive orders at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office just hours after his inauguration on January 20, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)WASHINGTON โ President Joe Biden is expected to deliver remarks on his administrationโs response to the economic crisis at 2:45 p.m. on Friday. It follows Democratic President Joe Bidenโs campaign pledge to halt new drilling on federal lands and end the leasing of publicly owned energy reserves as part of his plan to address climate change. Its effect could be further blunted by companies that stockpiled enough drilling permits in Trumpโs final months to allow them to keep pumping oil and gas for years. But there are other ways an ambitious Biden administration could make it harder for permit holders to extract oil and gas.
Live stream: Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Press Secretary Jen Psaki for briefing at White House
Read full article: Live stream: Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Press Secretary Jen Psaki for briefing at White House(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)WASHINGTON โ Dr. Anthony Fauci will join Press Secretary Jen Psaki for a briefing at the White House at 4 p.m. on Thursday. One directive calls for a addressing health care inequities in minority communities hard hit by the virus. โWe need to ask average Americans to do their part,โ said Jeff Zients, the White House official directing the national response. Surveys have shown vaccine hesitancy is high among African Americans, a problem the administration plans to address through an education campaign. But Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, the top White House health adviser on minority communities, said sheโs not convinced that race should be a factor in vaccination.
Congress members from Michigan help mark historic Inauguration Day in Washington
Read full article: Congress members from Michigan help mark historic Inauguration Day in WashingtonMichigan members of the United States Congress participated in the historic Jan. 20 inauguration of now-President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Thank you President Biden for such an inspiring speech. โI congratulate President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their historic inauguration. Leading up to Inauguration Day, a 6-foot fence was constructed around the Michigan Capitol Building and several law enforcement agencies had increased their presence in case any threats arose during expected protests. Continue: With law enforcement at the ready, only a few dozen protesters gather at Michigan CapitolMore inauguration coverage: