Insider Intelligence
Governor-Elect Holds First Press Conference
On Wednesday, Governor-elect Jocelyn Benson and Lt. Governor-Elect Winnie Brinks held a press conference to lay out some of the priorities for their administration. The overall theme was creating a government and state that works for everyone, regardless of party. In...
Governor-Elect Announces Transition Team
This week, Governor-elect Jocelyn Benson announced the members of her transition team. Through the end of 2026, the team will help set her office up for success, ensuring the Benson administration can hit the ground running once she takes the oath of office on January...
Government Transition Begins
Following Tuesday’s election, Governor-elect Jocelyn Benson began the task of setting up her administration. To communicate and share information with Michigan residents, her team set up a website. The site lists the priorities that will guide their administration:...
Looking Ahead to the Week of November 7 – 13, 2026
In observance of Veterans Day, state offices and MLC will be closed on Wednesday, November 11. The House and Senate have scheduled session for Tuesday and Thursday.
Incoming Senate Majority Leader, House Speaker Chosen
Today, the Senate and House Democratic and Republican Caucuses voted to select members of their leadership teams for the upcoming legislative term, which begins in January. This week, Democrats maintained their majority in the Senate, expanding it by three seats to...
The Insider Advantage: What Serving in Local Government Taught Me About Advocacy
When people think about lobbying, they often picture someone advocating before legislators or negotiating public policy. While those responsibilities are certainly part of the profession, effective lobbyists understand something equally important: what it feels like...
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