“Black Legislative State of Emergency” Press Conference in Detroit

Black elected officials in Michigan held a 'Black Legislative State of Emergency' press conference Monday morning in Detroit, gathering to advocate for the passage of bills while Democrats still hold majorities in both chambers of the Michigan Legislature before Republicans regain a majority in the Michigan House in January

Democrats gained control of the 'trifecta' of holding the governorship and both chambers of the Michigan Legislature following the 2022 elections, but are now poised to lose their majority in the Michigan House of Representatives following the 2024 elections. Monday's press conference addressed concerns about legislative agenda items that have not yet been passed, with speakers imploring incumbent lawmakers to take action while Democrats still control both chambers and the governorship