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Trump taps Detroit marijuana mogul as special envoy to Iraq
WASHINGTON (TNND) — President Donald Trump named Mark Savaya — a Michigan marijuana dispensary owner — as his special envoy to the Republic of Iraq. "I’m pleased to announce Mark Savaya will serve as Special Envoy to the Republic of Iraq," Trump...
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Key Events This Week: CPI; Fed Blackout Joins Government Blackout
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Zero Hedge
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As futures indicate this morning, and as DB's Jim Reid writes overnight, the mood music on tariffs has sounded much more positive in recent days. As it stands, President Trump has threatened additional 100% tariffs on China from November 1, but...
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Trump picks Metro Detroit marijuana businessman as special envoy to Iraq
By Melissa Nann Burke, MediaNews Group President Donald Trump on Sunday said he selected Metro Detroit marijuana businessman Mark Savaya to serve as his special envoy to Iraq. Savaya has owned Leaf and Bud, a local chain of medical and...
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Vu Le: How to reimagine non-profits and philanthropy in an era of rising autocracy
After more than a decade of writing scathing (and often hilarious) critiques on his Nonprofit AF blog, Vu Le shares what’s holding us back, what progressives can learn from conservative philanthropy in the United States, and why he still stays in...
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Lake Michigan Sees Near-Record Warm Waters
Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Waves lap up onto the Lake Michigan shore Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. Angela Major/WPR The Great Lakes are seeing near-record warm water temperatures right now, which means...
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What to know about Michigan’s rising EV annual fees
Michigan recently changed how taxes are paid at the gas pump, which officials say will have little to no effect on drivers of gas-powered vehicles. However, eliminating the sales tax and increasing the fuel tax means electric vehicle (EV) owners...
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Trump's Guard deployments focused on politics, not crime data
Amanda Hernandez (States Newsroom) President Donald Trump has argued that he needs to deploy National Guard troops across state lines to protect federal personnel and property or to support overwhelmed local law enforcement in cities he claims are...
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Data Centers Fuel Fear of Higher Electricity Costs in Michigan
(TNS) — Technology companies have set their sights on vast swaths of land in Michigan in their race to build data centers — energy-hungry facilities that power artificial intelligence, movie streaming, web browsing and other online tools. Leaders...
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Senator Aric Nesbitt calls for law and order in response to political violence
Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican member of the Michigan Senate, posted a series of statements on October 19, 2025, addressing concerns about national security and political violence. In his initial post, Nesbitt called for prayers regarding the...
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Trump taps Metro Detroit cannabis businessman as special envoy to Iraq
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FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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One of several billboards sporting Mark Savaya's cannabis brand. (FOX 2) - President Donald Trump has appointed a Metro Detroit businessman with ties to the state's cannabis industry as the country's Special Envoy to the Republic of Iraq. Mark...
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SC’s Lindsey Graham, Donald Trump to mix putts and politics in golf tourney fundraiser next month
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The Post & Courier - South Carolina
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COLUMBIA — Talk about an expensive tee time. Longtime golfing pals U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and President Donald Trump will host a joint golf event fundraiser next month to raise money ahead of what is anticipated to be a bitterly fought 2026...
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HATE WEEK- Hate: a Michigan State-Michigan History
Editor’s Note: This is an older post from 2011 that has been updated in the sole instance of the series record through 2024, but remains otherwise unchanged. We are placing it back on the frontpage in 2025 ahead of the Michigan State vs. um game...
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Tech Group, Students Sue To Block Texas Law Restricting Teens' Downloads
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MediaPost
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A Texas law requiring app distributors like Google and Apple to verify users' ages and block minors under 18 from downloading apps without parental consent is unconstitutional, the tech organization Computer & Communications Industry Association...
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Voting in Michigan: Today is the last day to register to vote online, by mail
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FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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Both engaged in several heated rounds in a debate that covered everything from crime to city development, and whether either of them would accept President Donald Trump sending in the military to handle public safety. DETROIT (FOX 2) - After...
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Battle for governor in closely watched election may be headed for a photo finish
Republican New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli discusses the tight race against Mikie Sherrill, his response to her claims on opioid deaths and more on ‘Fox News Sunday.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With the...
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No Defamation Liability for "Antagonistic Rants" Against Israeli Muslim Educational Institution, Including Claims It's Agent of Israeli Government
From Judge Paul Maloney's decision Friday in Al Qassimi Academy v. Abuhaltam (W.D. Mich.): [Plaintiff] Al Qassimi Academy is an educational and religious institution serving the Muslim Arabic community in Israel. [Plaintiff] Abd Al-Raof Al-Qawasmi...
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Michigan school districts demand timely budget after delays
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WGTU - Michigan
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NORTHERN MICHIGAN,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - Michigan school districts are urging lawmakers to finalize the school aid budget on time, following a delay that left schools uncertain and unable to plan effectively for the current academic year. By law, the...
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Michigan launches first Microplastics Awareness Week to tackle pollution
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WGTU - Michigan
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NORTHERNMICHIGAN,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has announced the state's inaugural Microplastics Awareness Week, set for October 19-26, to address the growing issue of microplastic...
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10 takeaways from the University of Michigan’s $15.6B budget
FLINT, MI — The University of Michigan Board of Regents on Thursday noted its $15.6 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year. This comes after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed long-delayed Michigan budget bills for 2025-2026 into law on Tuesday, Oct....
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Experts say Warren police broke the law in brutal beating of mentally ill man
Civil rights attorneys, former law enforcement officials, and mental health experts tell Metro Times that the Warren Police Department’s handling of 26-year-old Christopher Gibson was not only unnecessary but, according to several experts, it was...
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