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politics1 year ago

"Michigan GOP Convention Chaos: Detroit Event Canceled Amid Infighting"

The Michigan GOP faced chaos and confusion as competing factions circulated plans for multiple caucuses to pick delegates for the national convention. The state party was divided over the location of the convention, with emails causing widespread confusion among Republican delegates. The fight for control over the party intensified after the removal of the former chairwoman, with canceled conventions in Detroit and calls for alternative meetings in Houghton Lake and Battle Creek. The Republican National Committee is likely to recognize only the delegates chosen at the Grand Rapids convention, adding to the turmoil within the party.

politics1 year ago

Michigan Judge Affirms Ouster of GOP Leader Karamo

A Michigan judge has ordered Kristina Karamo, the deposed leader of the Michigan Republicans, to cease presenting herself as the party's leader and conducting business in its name, including organizing meetings. The judge's ruling comes ahead of a dueling presidential nominating convention planned by Karamo, which remains uncertain following the court order. The judge also barred Karamo from accessing the party's bank accounts and postal boxes, as well as engaging in communication on social media on behalf of the party.

politics2 years ago

"Michigan GOP in Turmoil: Hoekstra Takes Over as Faction Sues Karamo"

Former Ambassador Pete Hoekstra has been elected as the chairman of a faction of the Michigan Republican Party, which is currently embroiled in a leadership battle. Hoekstra's victory comes amidst a court fight to establish the group as the legitimate state party, with plans to seek affirmation from the Republican National Convention. The party is facing internal divisions and financial stresses, including defaulting on a loan, just months ahead of the 2024 presidential election.