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Category: Democracy

A red-walled industrial facility sits next to a river emitting steam or smoke with cloudy skies in the background.
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NSF cancels air pollution research grant focused on Detroit’s most polluted ZIP code

Avatar photoAvatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak and Koby Levin April 30, 2025April 29, 2025

The Trump administration’s decision to cut a $10,000 National Science Foundation grant has halted an air pollution research project in Southwest Detroit.

Posted inDemocracy

Why is Trump choosing Michigan for his 100-day milestone?

Avatar photo by Associated Press April 24, 2025April 24, 2025
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Trump’s executive orders could cost Michiganders and slow climate action

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt January 23, 2025January 23, 2025
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Michigan legislators push for water affordability in lame duck

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt December 3, 2024December 3, 2024
Donald Trump and Massad Boulos
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Key figure in Trump’s Michigan victory named senior adviser on Arab American outreach

Avatar photo by Associated Press December 3, 2024December 3, 2024
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Where did all the climate voters go?

Avatar photo by Grist November 27, 2024November 27, 2024
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Trump’s Republican Party is increasingly winning union voters. It’s a shift seen in his labor pick

Avatar photo by Associated Press November 24, 2024November 24, 2024
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Poll: Majority of Trump voters want to protect the EPA

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt November 21, 2024November 24, 2024
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Some Arab Americans who voted for Trump are concerned about picks for key positions

Avatar photo by Associated Press November 18, 2024November 18, 2024
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Michigan voters worry about food prices, but experts say Trump’s plans may raise grocery bills

Avatar photo by Associated Press November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

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