The MIRS team is joined by Clara Hendrickson, politics reporter for the Detroit Free Press, and Oakland County political consultant Dennis Darnoi to discuss the more than $1 million raised by Republican representatives in their efforts to regain control of the state House in 2024.  The panel also tackles the current state of economic incentives coming from Michigan, and if it's become a political liability for the Democrats in charge. 

Additionally, David Hecker, the past president of the American Federation of Teachers in Michigan for more than 20 years, explains why he left his post amid a successful policy year for teacher unions. 

Cheboygan Democrat Callie Barr, a candidate for Michigan's 1st congressional seat, introduces herself after finding early fundraising success in a Republican stronghold district.