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Deliberations up next as Whitmer kidnap trial arguments end

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Four men on trial and accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer didn’t just talk about wanting to kidnap and kill Michigan's governor, they planned, prepared and armed themselves to spark a second Civil War, a federal prosecutor said during closing arguments Friday.

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Deliberations up next as Michigan Gov. Whitmer kidnap trial arguments end

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Four men on trial who are accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer didn’t just talk about wanting to kidnap and kill Michigan's governor, they planned, prepared and armed themselves to spark a second Civil War, a federal prosecutor said during closing arguments Friday.

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‘It matters’: US marks Arab American Heritage Month

Advocates say government recognition of month celebrating Arab Americans can help reduce bigotry.

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Three mandatory bar association dues cases on SCOTUS’ April 1 conference list

The Supreme Court has 122 cases up for consideration during today’s conference, including three challenges to mandatory state bar association dues. Here’s a rundown of each of those cases. To follow along, keep an eye out for the order list to be posted here on Monday.

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'It wasn't just talk,' feds say as Whitmer kidnap trial of 4 men nears end

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These PACs are the best fundraisers in Michigan

In Michigan politics, non-candidate political action committees (PACs) have received $51.0 million in total donations between January 1, 2021, and November 22, 2021. The top 10 PACs raised more than $21.0 million, or 41 percent of all donations made to state-level PACs.

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The latest threat to democracy? A Trump-backed candidate willing to ‘find extra votes’

Trump-endorsed candidate Kristina Karamo is running for chief elections officer – if she wins she would have considerable sway over how the presidential election is conducted in 2024

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Closing arguments next in Michigan Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot

Jurors will hear closing arguments Friday in the trial of four men accused of a brazen conspiracy to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

The Independent UK

Why Ford And GM Are Suspending Production At Two Michigan Plants Next Week

Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F) and General Motors Co (NYSE: GM) are going to suspend production next week at a Michigan plant, Reuters

Benzinga

Michigan’s congressional, legislative redistricting plans officially become law

Michigan’s new congressional and legislative district boundaries became law on March 26, 60 days after the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (MICRC) published its report on the redistricting plans with the secretary of state. The MICRC had approved the state’s congressional map on Dec. 28, 2021, by a vote of…

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Allen Iverson, Al Harrington, Calvin Johnson, SADA Baby, New Cannabis Strains In Michigan: Here's What Happened

NBA legends Allen Iverson and Al Harrington were in Detroit recently to launch their new cannabis strains. Calvin Johnson, former Detroit Lions wide receiver as well as Detroit’s own rapper SADA Baby were also there. And so was Benzinga!

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Accused Whitmer kidnap plotter slurs FBI informant in chilling testimony

DETROIT — Closing arguments and jury deliberations are expected Friday following a 14-day trial of four men accused of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, one of the most closely watched cases of domestic terrorism in recent history.

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Red White & Bloom Debuts Platinum Vape Live Resin In Michigan

Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTC: RWBYF) and its RWB Michigan, LLC wholly owned subsidiary announced the debut of Platinum Vape (PV) Live Resin in Michigan.

Benzinga

EXCLUSIVE: Cannabis Pre-Roll Brand Jeeter Coming To Arizona & Michigan This Spring

California pre-roll cannabis brand Jeeter announced its launch in two new markets this spring. Beginning April 1, Jeeter will offer its popular infused pre-rolls at Nirvana Centers across Arizona, expanding to additional dispensaries throughout the month.

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Michigan teen killed himself after ‘extreme’ sexual extortion on Instagram, police say

Investigators say time between threats and teen’s death was less than six hours

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4 in Gov. Whitmer kidnap trial to decide whether to testify

The trial of four men accused of planning to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has shifted to the defense

Tribune News Service

Michigan utility sets 2050 net-zero natural gas emissions goal

Consumers Energy says it will achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from the company's natural gas production and delivery system, including customers and suppliers, by 2050.

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Michigan's Glorious Cannabis Expands Product Line Into Massachusetts

Glorious Cannabis Co., one of Michigan’s fastest growing brands according to Weedmaps, is expanding into Massachusetts in its first business move beyond Michigan’s borders.

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Trump rally in Michigan making some in the small host town ‘uneasy’

‘I have no recourse but to issue him a ticket when this thing starts,’ Washington Township assistant fire chief said ahead of Trump’s rally

Benzinga

Mike Tyson's 2.0 Cannabis Products Soon Available Via Michigan's Common Citizen Retail Partners

Common Citizen announced a historic cultivation partnership with boxing legend Mike Tyson's premium cannabis line, California-based Tyson 2.0.

The Independent UK

Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot leader was 'antigovernment'

Prosecutors in Michigan are wrapping up their evidence against four men charged with planning to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer before the 2020 national election

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EXPLAINER: What's entrapment? What its role at kidnap trial?

The core question at the trial of four men charged with plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is whether the FBI engaged in entrapment

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New Detroit Jeep plant hit with 4th air quality violation

The state of Michigan has issued a fourth air-quality violation against the new Jeep plant in Detroit for more nuisance odors from the paint used on the Grand Cherokee SUVs produced there.

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Michigan governor signs unemployment insurance spending bill

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) on March 28 signed HB 5525, which contained $139.8 million in funding for the state’s unemployment insurance program. The bill directed $100 million of federal coronavirus relief funding into the state’s unemployment trust fund. The remaining funds were earmarked to cover administrative improvements to the…

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