Whitmer Puts Partisan Politics Ahead of Michigan's Students LANSING, Mich., October 7, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding Governor Whitmer's massive $166 million veto to school aid and higher education funding. "Instead of 'building bridges' as she promised, Governor Whitmer decided to pave over the futures of thousands of Michigan students to try and get her 45-cent gas tax hike. Her veto of $166 million in education funding is unacceptable. Thousands of students may be forced out of college and several school districts may close. It is horribly disheartening that our children's educational opportunities have to suffer, all so that ourgovernor can try and prove a point." According to MIRS, the following are the line-item vetoes from the School Aid Budget: - $35 million by eliminating the per-pupil foundation increase for charter schools - $16 million in Career and Technical Education training equipment - $15 million for summer school reading programs for those not reading at grade level by the end of the 3rd grade - $10 million for a statewide program that helps security upgrades at schools with such things as a panic button - $9.2 million for computer-adaptive tests that are billed as increasing reading proficiency for kids in grades K-3 so they can read at grade level by the 4th grade. - $7 million for rural districts, of which $957,300 goes to Drummond Island and Mackinac Island schools - $3 million for the Michigan Education Corps for pre-K reading. - $3 million to help English language learners - $2.5... More >

Gretchen Whitmer: Pure Partisan LANSING, Mich., October 1, 2019 – Today the Michigan Republican Party lunched a new web video “Pure Partisan” in response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s reckless use of her line item veto power. Amongst the 147 items vetoed by the Governor was an additional $375 million specifically targeted for road and bridge repairs. In addition, Whitmer made cuts to funding to Public Charter Schools, Rural Hospitals, Prisons, Law Enforcement, and funding for Children with disabilities amongst many other cuts. “In a desperate attempt to get Republicans to submit to her highest in the nation 45-cent gas tax increase, Governor Whitmer is slashing funding for many of Michigan’s most vulnerable residents. Children, veterans, and the disabled should never be used as political pawns. In an effort spread the word about Governor Whitmer’s reckless abuse of the budget process, the Michigan Republican Party is happy to announce our new web video calling out Whitmer for what she truly is; A Pure Partisan. “Pure Partisan” can be found here More >

Whitmer Cuts Funding for the “Damn Roads” LANSING, Mich., September 30, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding Governor Whitmer’s $375 million in road funding cuts from the 2019-20 state budget. In addition, Whitmer used her line-item veto power to cut 147 items from the budget. It’s even been reported that Whitmer was so zealous with her line-item veto that she accidently cut funding from both the school aid and Health and Human Service budgets, requiring the legislature to fix her mistakes and restore the funding. “Tonight, Governor Whitmer showed that she is willing to use the people of Michigan as pawns in her fight for higher taxes and bigger government. Whitmer governs with such reckless abandon that she needed a ‘do over’ after cutting critical funding for education and health services by mistake. Gas Tax Gretchen is clearly more interested in raising taxes than fixing a single mile of our state’s crumbling roads, and she’s willing to throw the people of Michigan under the bus to get her way.” More >

Hoadley Disregards Responsibility as State Legislator, Joins Radical Extremists LANSING, Mich., September 26, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding State Representative Jon Hoadley's announcement that he supports House Democrat’s impeachment inquiries into President Trump. “Jon Hoadley has shown his true colors as a radical extremist who would rather play Washington politics than do his job as a state representative. Instead of spreading a false narrative that seeks to reverse the 2016 election, Jon Hoadley should focus ensuring that Michigan’s government does not shut down and that he’s meeting the needs of his constituents." More >

MIGOP State Committee Endorses President Trump & Vice President Pence for re-election. MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich., September 20, 2019 – The Michigan Republican State Committee unanimously passed a resolution today calling for the re-election of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence. The resolution, which was passed at the committee’s regularly scheduled September meeting, outlines the President’s historic achievements over the past two years and is a tremendous show of support for the president and his policies. “While the 2020 Democrats continue to push a radical socialist agenda that would destroy our country, the president and his administration have fulfilled their promise of putting America First and fighting for the people. That is why I am extremely proud to announce today, that the Michigan Republican State Committee passed a unanimous resolution endorsing the President and Vice President for re-election” said Laura Cox Michigan Republican Party Chairman. Cox continues “The President has delivered strong, pro-growth economic policies, stood up for our troops, strengthened border security, and appointed rule of law judges who have upheld the United States Constitution as written. The Michigan Republican Party is ready for four more years of outstanding results and leadership from President Trump and Vice President Pence.” More >

Peters Joins Slotkin and Stevens, Caves to Radical Extremist Demands LANSING, Mich., September 25, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding Gary Peters announcement that he supports the House impeachment inquiries into President Trump. “Looks like Gary Peters has traded in his motorcycle for the impeachment bandwagon along with radicals like Nancy Pelosi, Rashida Tlaib, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Democrats simply can’t accept the results of the 2016 election. Shame on Peters, Slotkin, and Stevens for joining this witch-hunt and trying to reverse the will of Michigan voters.” More >

Cox Statement on the Budget Passed by the Legislature LANSING, Mich., September 24, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding today’s passage of the budget by the state legislature. “I applaud Speaker Chatfield and Majority Leader Shirkey for coming together and passing a budget that adds millions of dollars in new road and education funding without raising taxes on hardworking Michiganders. I encourage Governor Whitmer to abandon her ridiculous 45-cent gas tax and sign this budget which would keep Michigan’s government open.” More >

Slotkin and Stevens Cave to Radical Extremist Demands LANSING, Mich., September 24, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding today’s announcement by Democrat Representatives Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) and Haley Stevens (MI-11) that they plan to back impeachment inquiries into President Trump. The President carried both districts in 2016. "Today, Elissa Slotkin and Haley Stevens decided to join with Rashida Tlaib, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the most radical members of their party by jumping on the impeachment bandwagon. For nearly three years, Democrats and their allies in the media have conducted a witch-hunt against President Trump in an attempt to undo the results of the 2016 election. Time and time again their accusations have been proven false, and I find it shameful that Slotkin and Stevens have chosen to put their political ambitions ahead of the real issues facing their constituents." More >

Cox Statement on Southfield Election Fraud Case LANSING, Mich., September 24, 2019 – The following statement is from Michigan Republican Party Chairman Laura Cox regarding the six felony charges filed against City of Southfield clerk, Democrat Sherikia L. Hawkins. The charges all relate to the 2018 November elections and accuse Hawkins of forgery, falsifying records, misconduct in office and using a computer to commit a felony. “The charges that have been filed today against Democrat Sherikia Hawkins are extremely troubling, especially because they involve the absentee ballot process. The Michigan Republican Party has always remained committed to protecting ballot security, and to ensuring the integrity of our state’s elections. In light of these allegations, we call on Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to immediately release to the public all correspondence between her, her office, Sherikia L. Hawkins, and the Southfield City Clerk’s office.” More >

Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference Welcomes Sarah Huckabee Sanders as Keynote LANSING, Mich., September 16, 2019 – The Michigan Republican Party announced today that former White House Press Secretary, Sarah Huckabee Sanders will speak at the 33rd Biennial Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference on September 20th – 22nd. The event, hosted at the historic Grand Hotel, brings together conservative leaders from across America to discuss solutions to critical issues facing our state and nation. “Sarah is one of the leading voices in today’s conservative movement and it is a tremendous honor that she will be attending this year’s Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference.” said Laura Cox, Michigan Republican Party Chairman. Cox continued, “Michiganders love a fighter, and no one has fought harder to defend our president than Sarah. She served our country with honor, integrity and dedication. Our party is incredibly excited to hear her speak.” Sarah Huckabee Sanders served as White House Press Secretary for President Donald J. Trump from 2017 to 2019. A trusted confidante of the President, Sanders advised him on everything from press and communications strategy to personnel and policy. Sanders is only the third woman – and the very first mom – to ever hold the job of White House Press Secretary. Sanders joined the Trump campaign as a senior advisor in February 2016 during the Republican primary, and continued in that role through the President’s defeat of Hillary Clinton, one of the greatest and most unexpected victories in American history. Sanders has previously worked in leadership roles for U.S. Senators, Governors, and presidential campaigns. She was a senior... More >