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Michigan Energy First Faces Dark Money Allegations in COVID Fight

11/13/2025

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Michigan Energy First, a nonprofit, faces allegations of involvement in a dark money scheme to overturn Governor Gretchen Whitmer's COVID-19 emergency powers.
Attorney Bob LaBrant and election attorney Mark Brewer filed a complaint claiming the group funneled $100,000 to the Unlock Michigan campaign in 2020.
The Michigan Attorney General's office is investigating, noting that major donors prefer anonymity.
DTE Energy's significant contributions to Michigan Energy First raise transparency concerns regarding their relationship.
The case seeks to address dark money in politics and enhance accountability in Michigan.

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Story summary

Michigan Energy First, a nonprofit, faces allegations of involvement in a dark money scheme to overturn Governor Gretchen Whitmer's COVID-19 emergency powers.
Attorney Bob LaBrant and election attorney Mark Brewer filed a complaint claiming the group funneled $100,000 to the Unlock Michigan campaign in 2020.
The Michigan Attorney General's office is investigating, noting that major donors prefer anonymity.
DTE Energy's significant contributions to Michigan Energy First raise transparency concerns regarding their relationship.
The case seeks to address dark money in politics and enhance accountability in Michigan.