Dana Nessel
@dananessel.bsky.social
Michigan Attorney General. I love my kids, wife, cats, and country. But not Ohio State U.
I am relieved for today’s decision reaffirming same-sex couples’ continued right to dignity and protection under the law, but we cannot take those protections for granted.
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Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court has rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
I am relieved for today’s decision reaffirming same-sex couples’ continued right to dignity and protection under the law, but we cannot take those protections for granted.
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It is despicable the lengths the Trump Administration will go to to block food assistance for 42 million Americans, including families, seniors, veterans and active military.
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What does the Supreme Court’s ruling mean for SNAP payments in Michigan?
The U.S. Supreme Court granted President Donald Trump's appeal on Friday, Nov. 7, temporarily blocking a court order requiring the USDA to issue full SNAP benefits in the month of November.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:54 PM
It is despicable the lengths the Trump Administration will go to to block food assistance for 42 million Americans, including families, seniors, veterans and active military.
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I am grateful that Judge McConnell recognized this for what it is, an emergency for American families created by the Trump administration that is choosing to withhold funds from the SNAP program.
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Michigan paying full SNAP benefits for November after court ruling
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says SNAP recipients will receive full benefits for November.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
I am grateful that Judge McConnell recognized this for what it is, an emergency for American families created by the Trump administration that is choosing to withhold funds from the SNAP program.
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Reducing electric bills and making energy affordable is essential.
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AG Nessel intervening as DTE looks to get approval for data center
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is calling for public hearings as DTE Energy is seeking fast-track approval for a data center near Saline.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Reducing electric bills and making energy affordable is essential.
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Eli Lilly has relied on these past Supreme Court decisions that twist a narrow exemption into something far too broad.
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Michigan Supreme Court hears argument in Nessel price gouging lawsuit against insulin drug maker • Michigan Advance
Attorney General Dana Nessel’s ability to go after a major producer of insulin for price gouging was before the Michigan Supreme Court on Wednesday, with the state saying that it should be allowed to ...
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November 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Eli Lilly has relied on these past Supreme Court decisions that twist a narrow exemption into something far too broad.
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I am relieved that the Court has once again ruled that the Trump Administration cannot illegally threaten states by withholding critical transportation funding.
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Judge rules transportation funds can’t be withheld over immigration cooperation
The U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island ruled that the U.S. Department of Transportation acted unlawfully when it tried to require states to cooperate with federal immigration authori...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:18 PM
I am relieved that the Court has once again ruled that the Trump Administration cannot illegally threaten states by withholding critical transportation funding.
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The Home Help Program provides essential support to help some of our most vulnerable remain in the comfort of their homes and avoid the need for costly long-term care facilities.
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Rock woman pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud, AG says
Nicole Stouffer faces up to six years in prison for Medicaid fraud
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November 6, 2025 at 4:12 PM
The Home Help Program provides essential support to help some of our most vulnerable remain in the comfort of their homes and avoid the need for costly long-term care facilities.
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FEMA was created to ensure the federal government would stand with its people in times of crisis, not abandon them.
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AG Nessel Leads Lawsuit Challenging Illegal Terms to FEMA Grants
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November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
FEMA was created to ensure the federal government would stand with its people in times of crisis, not abandon them.
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Everyone deserves protection from sexual abuse, and Michigan has laws in place to keep people safe in our correctional facilities.
My office will continue to hold accountable those who seek to use their positions of authority to abuse those under their care.
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My office will continue to hold accountable those who seek to use their positions of authority to abuse those under their care.
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Former correctional officer charged with sexually assaulting inmates at women’s prison
Joshua Timothy Lee was arraigned Thursday, Oct. 30, on four counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct involving sexual conduct with a state prisoner.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Everyone deserves protection from sexual abuse, and Michigan has laws in place to keep people safe in our correctional facilities.
My office will continue to hold accountable those who seek to use their positions of authority to abuse those under their care.
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My office will continue to hold accountable those who seek to use their positions of authority to abuse those under their care.
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The SNAP program feeds nearly 500,000 children in Michigan every month. Last week, I sued USDA to keep the program running.
By Friday, a federal judge ordered USDA to release the funds. As USDA finalizes their plan, Michigan leaders know what's at stake:
By Friday, a federal judge ordered USDA to release the funds. As USDA finalizes their plan, Michigan leaders know what's at stake:
November 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
The SNAP program feeds nearly 500,000 children in Michigan every month. Last week, I sued USDA to keep the program running.
By Friday, a federal judge ordered USDA to release the funds. As USDA finalizes their plan, Michigan leaders know what's at stake:
By Friday, a federal judge ordered USDA to release the funds. As USDA finalizes their plan, Michigan leaders know what's at stake:
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People said Trump was “joking” about Project 2025 before he implemented the bulk of it. To believe he’s joking about serving a third term is naive. @dananessel.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 2:24 PM
People said Trump was “joking” about Project 2025 before he implemented the bulk of it. To believe he’s joking about serving a third term is naive. @dananessel.bsky.social
Although I secured a court order releasing emergency funds, the delay of SNAP benefits will still be felt over the coming weeks.
If you’re able, please support your local food pantry either through monetary donations, non-perishable food items, or with your time by volunteering.
If you’re able, please support your local food pantry either through monetary donations, non-perishable food items, or with your time by volunteering.
November 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Although I secured a court order releasing emergency funds, the delay of SNAP benefits will still be felt over the coming weeks.
If you’re able, please support your local food pantry either through monetary donations, non-perishable food items, or with your time by volunteering.
If you’re able, please support your local food pantry either through monetary donations, non-perishable food items, or with your time by volunteering.
Providing food assistance to residents in need is not just a moral issue, it’s also a legal one. I am grateful that the court has agreed that the USDA is obligated to spend available funding to support food assistance and prevent Americans from going hungry.
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Trump admin ordered by judges to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during shutdown
Federal judges ruled Friday, Oct. 31 that the Trump administration must continue funding SNAP food aid benefits during the government shutdown with contingency funds.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Providing food assistance to residents in need is not just a moral issue, it’s also a legal one. I am grateful that the court has agreed that the USDA is obligated to spend available funding to support food assistance and prevent Americans from going hungry.
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More than 1.4 million Michiganders risk losing food assistance because of the shutdown. It’s cruel and illegal to deny families food. I’ll keep standing up to the Trump Administration’s reckless disregard for people’s lives.
October 30, 2025 at 5:54 PM
More than 1.4 million Michiganders risk losing food assistance because of the shutdown. It’s cruel and illegal to deny families food. I’ll keep standing up to the Trump Administration’s reckless disregard for people’s lives.
SNAP benefits will not be paid out effective this Saturday, leaving 42 million Americans to wonder how they’re going to put food on the table next week.
October 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM
SNAP benefits will not be paid out effective this Saturday, leaving 42 million Americans to wonder how they’re going to put food on the table next week.
Emergency funding exists for exactly this kind of crisis. If the reality of 42 million Americans going hungry, including 1.4 million Michiganders, isn’t an emergency, I don’t know what is.
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October 29, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Emergency funding exists for exactly this kind of crisis. If the reality of 42 million Americans going hungry, including 1.4 million Michiganders, isn’t an emergency, I don’t know what is.
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The Trump Administration should use all available funds to ensure SNAP benefits are not paused and be upfront about how they plan to move forward so Americans continue receiving the support they need during this time of uncertainty.
October 27, 2025 at 9:54 PM
The Trump Administration should use all available funds to ensure SNAP benefits are not paused and be upfront about how they plan to move forward so Americans continue receiving the support they need during this time of uncertainty.
When law enforcement officers abuse their authority and compromise that process, they not only betray public trust but also put innocent owners at risk.
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Former Michigan police officer charged with falsifying salvage vehicle inspections
Former Lincoln Township police detective Johnathan Chase faces several felony charges for allegedly falsifying salvage vehicle inspections.
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October 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM
When law enforcement officers abuse their authority and compromise that process, they not only betray public trust but also put innocent owners at risk.
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When Trump and his allies say “there’s a plan” for a third term, we can’t ignore them.
This is serious, and it’s on all of us to speak out against such a blatant violation of the Constitution.
This is serious, and it’s on all of us to speak out against such a blatant violation of the Constitution.
October 25, 2025 at 12:29 PM
When Trump and his allies say “there’s a plan” for a third term, we can’t ignore them.
This is serious, and it’s on all of us to speak out against such a blatant violation of the Constitution.
This is serious, and it’s on all of us to speak out against such a blatant violation of the Constitution.
Protecting public safety and securing justice requires uninterrupted prosecution.
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Michigan attorney general supports Luce County prosecutions
The Michigan Department of Attorney General is managing prosecutorial functions in Luce County after the former prosecutor's appointment to a new position.
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October 24, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Protecting public safety and securing justice requires uninterrupted prosecution.
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Voting twice undermines our democratic process. My office will continue to prosecute those who violate our voting laws to ensure Michigan voters have confidence in the integrity of our elections.
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St. Clair Shores man sentenced for double voting in August 2024 primary election
A St. Clair Shores, Michigan, man was sentenced to six months' probation after pleading guilty to one count of voting in absentee and in person during the August 2024 primary election.
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October 24, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Voting twice undermines our democratic process. My office will continue to prosecute those who violate our voting laws to ensure Michigan voters have confidence in the integrity of our elections.
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On the latest episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits, @krismayes.bsky.social and I sit down with former U.S. Attorney @barbmcquade.bsky.social to discuss the culture within the DOJ, leading under pressure, and how institutions can balance legal risk with their core values.
October 23, 2025 at 2:47 AM
On the latest episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits, @krismayes.bsky.social and I sit down with former U.S. Attorney @barbmcquade.bsky.social to discuss the culture within the DOJ, leading under pressure, and how institutions can balance legal risk with their core values.
It was powerful to see so many people across West Michigan standing up and making their voices heard today — thank you Paw Paw, South Haven, and Holland! #NoKings
October 18, 2025 at 9:24 PM
It was powerful to see so many people across West Michigan standing up and making their voices heard today — thank you Paw Paw, South Haven, and Holland! #NoKings