Michigan Democrats face backlash over Chinese-backed project and EV battery plant funding.

Michigan Democrats faced backlash from residents for approving a $170 million Chinese-backed green energy project, with citizens pleading with the committee to "do what is right." The project involves constructing an electric battery plant owned by Gotion, a Chinese tech company, in Big Rapids Township. The corporate bylaws of Gotion High Tech reportedly require it to conduct "Party activities in accordance with the Constitution of the Communist Party of China." Despite hearing several heated comments from Big Rapids citizens, the committee approved the measure in a tight 10-9 vote.