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July 28, 2026 ~ Bridge Michigan reporters Lauren Gibbons and Simon Schuster break down the biggest stories coming out of the state Capitol, including the latest political developments, policy debates, and what Michigan voters should be watching.
LANSING, MICH. ~ According to Bridge Michigan, in partnership with 760 WJR, democracy is one of the biggest concerns this election cycle for Michigan voters.
“Where I think some people do get a little concerned is when it comes to the voter ID requirements,” Gibbons said on All Talk. “That is something where it’s generally required to vote or cast ballots, but citizens without an ID can sign an affidavit. That’s pretty rare. Less than a percent of Michigan voters use that affidavit option. But there are some efforts going on to try and put voter ID requirements in place.”
U.S. President Donald Trump has made the SAVE Act, which would require voters to have a government-issued photo ID to vote and proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections, a huge part of his midterm election pitch. During his visit to the General Motors Proving Ground in Milford on Monday, Trump urged Michigan voters to pressure senators to pass the measure.
Another hot topic is the money corporate political action committees donate and the influence it has on Michigan elections. This has been brought to the forefront in the Democratic race for the open U.S. Senate spot between Congresswoman Haley Stevens and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. El-Sayed has persistently attacked Stevens for taking large donations from DTE and AIPAC.
Early in-person voting has already started for Michigan’s primary election which is set for Tuesday, Aug. 4.
