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MIRS gives a news recap on state policy and politics. The state House wants new bans on how Michigan interacts with countries of concern, the Senate wants Trump tariff relief in the new state budget and the Governor wants future deals with President Donald Trump (1:20). Also, a new EPIC-MRA poll for "Protect MI Care" shows 83% of Michiganders want to see Medicaid spending either raised or maintained. MIRS talks to Bernie Porn of EPIC-MRA about the latest findings (11:33). Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel catches MIRS up on the Selfridge Air National Guard Base and his thoughts on the Capitol's current road funding debate (27:40).
April 30, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel reacts to news that Selfridge will be getting 21 brand new F-15 EXs Jets.
April 15, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel fills in for Paul W Smith,.
April 4, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Kevin Dietz live on Opening Day.
February 27, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel discusses Governor Whitmer asking the Trump administration for a new fighter squadron at Selfridge during her state of the state address.
January 23, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Paul live at the Detroit Policy Conference.
January 16, 2025 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel stops by to talk to Anthony Bellino at the Detroit Auto Show.
Jan. 10, 2025 ~ Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds of 760 WJR's “'JR Morning” broadcast live from the Detroit Auto Show Charity Preview. Guests for this segment include Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, Detroit Auto Show Co-Executive Director Rod Alberts, Aisin President Scott Terpin, and Huntington Bank Michigan Regional President Mike Land.
December 10, 2024 ~ A defense policy bill authorized a northern border security center at Selfridge. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Kevin to discuss this.
November 19, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks about a new bill that cracks down on people using key fob machines to steal cars.
Chris Holman speaks with Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/
June 10, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel disusses what they're pursuing for Selfridge Air Base after getting some great news in January.
Photo is A.I. generated We recorded this week's podcast at 5 p.m. EDT Thursday. Minutes before we hit the ‘record' button, the New York jury handed down its verdict...so Jeff had to put on his Lincoln Project hat. In his absence Walt Sorg joins Mark on a day that will go down in American history. Clearly the guilty verdict on 34 felony counts is our #1 topic, but there are other talk-worthy stories in our political biosphere: Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito refuses to follow the ethical standards demanded of all federal judges except him and his colleagues. Flags or no flags, he's not recusing from January 6-related cases because it's all about his stubborn wife and has nothing to do with him. Sure. Chief Justice John Roberts adds to the court's arrogance by declining an invitation from the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee to talk about his court's ethics. The movers and shakers of Michigan business and politics are just now ending their annual policy party on Mackinac Island. We'll review the highlights of a pretty substantive week with Bridge Michigan reporter Lauren Gibbons. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel hints he'll run for Governor in two years … and then says he won't vote for President Biden. That's not going to help him much with Democratic voters. Tudor Dixon's gift of a half-million-dollars from her losing gubernatorial campaign draws a second look from state regulators. Democrats Plan $100 Million Push on Abortion Rights to Win House Michigan voters losing trust in democracy, education and economy, poll finds Trump makes sweeping promises to donors on audacious fundraising tour Opinion | Detroit sues Census Bureau, claiming vast undercount. It has a point. - The Washington Post Democrats add five candidates (including Sen. Kristin McDonald-Rivet) to Red to Blue program - Roll Call (including McDonald-Rivet) Hollier appeals decision to remove him from U.S. House ballot - Detroit News Rigging Elections: Why the new platform from the Republican Party of Texas matters Secretary Benson, Detroit Regional Chamber and business leaders launch new coalition to support safe and secure elections - Secretary of State 'New reality': Michigan clerks sued as activists seek voting records Dana Nessel calls for pork politics reforms amid Clare grant probe Joining the conversation: Bridge Michigan reporter Lauren Gibbons who has spent the week on Mackinac Island, tracking the many significant policy and political developments that are an annual feature of the Greater Detroit Chamber of Commerce Policy Conference. Prior to joining Bridge's Capitol team, she worked at MLive where she led coverage of the state Legislature and the redistricting process, and before that covered the state Senate for the MIRS Newsletter. Lauren has covered the ins and outs of Michigan politics for nearly a decade and has won awards both for her political coverage and her work documenting the Larry Nassar sexual abuse case. She grew up in the Lansing area and graduated from Michigan State University, majoring in journalism and history. She lives in Ferndale, and … according to her official biography … her party tricks include Irish dancing and telling friends what political districts they live in without looking. Mark Fiore - markfiore.com =========================== This episode is sponsored in part by EPIC ▪ MRA, a full service survey research firm with expertise in: • Public Opinion Surveys • Market Research Studies • Live Telephone Surveys • On-Line and Automated Surveys • Focus Group Research • Bond Proposals - Millage Campaigns • Political Campaigns & Consulting • Ballot Proposals - Issue Advocacy Research • Community - Media Relations • Issue - Image Management • Database Development & List Management ===========================
May 29, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie broadcast live from day two of the Mackinac Policy Conference as attendees unite behind the theme, “Bridging the Future Together.” Listen in as Michigan's leaders discuss ideas aimed at attracting businesses and jobs, strengthening infrastructure, improving education to ensure workforce readiness, and leading with innovation and equality. Guests include U.S. Senator Gary Peters, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah, Henry Ford Health President and CEO Bob Riney, and Small Business Association of Michigan President and CEO Brian Calley.
May 29, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks to Paul W. Smith about his decision not to vote for President Biden in November and the reaction from some Democrats on the island.
May 24, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Paul live at Hook St. Clair Shores for National Safe Boating Week.
April 5, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Kevin and Tom in the festivities on Tigers Opening Day.
March 5, 2024 ~ A massive fire and explosions were heard all over Clinton Township last night, as the Select Distributors facility burst into flames. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Renee about the air quality tests in the area, and how long it took to contain the fire.
Jan. 12, 2024 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel chats with Paul W about Selfridge to get new state-of-the-art refueling tankers, ensuring base's future.
Jan. 12, 2024 ~ Congressman Gary Peters and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel discuss the new Selfridge deal.
Dec. 21, 2023 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from StartupNation for the 'JR Morning Holiday Breakfast, and are joined by Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell and John James, and Lions radio analyst Lomas Brown.
Wednesday evening, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel delivered his “State of Macomb” speech to the public. Mark joined Nick Austin to share even more insight following the speech, including how he sees his role as County Executive, why diversity is important for the county, public transit, and what the county is doing to attract new residents to the state.
September 13, 2023 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel dropped by to talk with Paul W about the 2023 North American International Detroit Auto Show.
July 26, 2023 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Kevin and Tom from his State of the Lake event.
In this edition of our County Close-up series, we zoom in on Michigan's third most populous county: Macomb. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel sits down with Cheyna Roth to talk about the importance of marketing, Macomb Community Action Coalition's focus on food insecurity, and the County's investment in mental health in County jails.
In this edition of our County Close-up series, we zoom in on Michigan's third most populous county: Macomb. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel sits down with Cheyna Roth to talk about the importance of marketing, Macomb Community Action Coalition's focus on food insecurity, and the County's investment in mental health in County jails.
July 5, 2023 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel chats with Paul W. about how Macomb County scored big in the passage of a record state $82 billion budget.
Wayne County Executive Warren Evans, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter join Stephen on Mackinac to discuss the biggest challenges -- and most exciting opportunities -- in Southeast Michigan.
May 31, 2023 ~ Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talk with Guy Gordon from the Mackinac Policy Conference about the upcoming plans for both of the Metro Detroit counties.
For about a year, there has been a battle brewing in Macomb County: Executive Mark Hackel, a Democrat and Republican Prosecutor Pete Lucido have been at odds since November. In a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark looks at the potential damage done by this power struggle. (HACKEL PHOTO: Kirthmon F. Dozier/USA Today Network; LUCIDO PHOTO: Detroit Free Press)
July 15, 2022 ~ War of words between Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel over an unsigned arrest warrant that kept a 19 year old gunman who killed Detroit police officer Loren Corts, out of jail and on the streets. Owner of the gun shop where the weapon was purchased speaks out and Cort's partner, Amanda Hudgens describes her heroic actions trying to save Cort's life.
July 12, 2022 ~ Full Show. Chris Renwick in for Guy. Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne updates us on today's January 6th hearing. Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido reacts to allegations of inappropriate comments and misuse of resources against him. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel discusses his issues with Lucido's office. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson has details on funeral and visitation for Detroit police officer Loren Courts who was killed in the line of duty. Mark Voit, Professor of Astronomy at Michigan State University and Former Lead Outreach Scientist for the Hubble Space Telescope mission on the Webb Space Telescope images NASA released today, the largest and most powerful telescope to date. Paul Gross, co-founder and co-CEO of Remora is our guest for Mobility Makers and Paul Resnick, Professor of Information at the University of Michigan discusses the legal back and forth between Elon Musk and Twitter.
May 27, 2022 ~ Full Show. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel helps Guy kick off National Safe Boating Week live from Brownies on the Lake. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson takes a look ahead and some of this weekend's Memorial Day observations. Senior News Analyst Chris Renwick discusses the State Senate voting to repeal Michigan's gas tax. Pete Beauregard, President and Owner of Colony Marine talks about boating's impact on the state economy. Joshua Doxtator, Director of Golf at Harbor Shores previews the 82nd KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at his course this weekend. Lt. Gary Wiegand, Marine Division Commander in the Macomb County Sheriff's Department talks safe boating. Nicki Polan, Executive Director of the Michigan Boating Industries Association highlights some of the benefits of the boating lifestyle and Tom Lauzon, Owner of Brownies on the Lake joins the show.
May 17, 2022 ~ Full Show. Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne recaps today's hearing on UFOs. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks about how the suburbs are paying Highland Park's water debt. Will Osnato, Senior Research Analyst at Gro Intelligence breaks down the wheat shortage and how it could affect prices of everything. Senior News Analyst Chris Renwick reports on Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's plan to not mail out unsolicited absentee ballot applications. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson previews tonight's meeting at Oxford High School once again asking for an investigation into last November's shooting. Joann Muller from Axios is our guest for Mobility Makers and local attorney Ely Hydes, who fell through a pedestrian bridge and Todd Schott, Executive Director of the Detroit Greenways Coalition discuss the poor state of pedestrian bridges.
Mayor Barnett talks with Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter about the unconventional path that led him to his current role and the common passion the two have for serving as mayor. County Executive Coulter shares an approach to leadership that includes hiring the best and allowing employees to make occasional mistakes, as long as they learn from them. The Mayor asks Dave to describe the dinner he hosted at his home for Mayor Duggan, Wayne County Executive Warren Evans and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, and the two discuss the importance of relationships and the benefits of finding common ground. We also learn about the County Executive's passion for Michigan State University sports and enjoying an occasional round of golf. This conversation was recorded on September 20, 2021.
September 17, 2021 ~ Chief James Craig's event to announce his run for governor interrupted by protesters, Retired 4 Star General Jack Keane weighs in on General Mark Milley's phone call to China after the January 6th insurrection, former US Attorney Matthew Schneider was the first prosecutor in Michigan to go after Larry Nassar, he reacts to the testimony of Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney and Aly Raisman at the US Senate hearing on the FBI's investigation into the disgraced doctor and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel has no plans to enforce a vaccine mandate for county employees.
August 3, 2021 ~ Full Episode Live from The MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center. Michael Mathis, Director of MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center gives Guy an overview of the farm and education center. Wayne State is the latest to call for a vaccine mandate after a federal judge upholds colleges' right to do so. Simon Whitelock, Vice President of ITC Holding Corp. explains why ITC is interested in helping the MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center. Senior News Analysts Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick discuss Spirit Airlines cancelling over 800 flights and calls from a former director of national intelligence to boycott the Beijing Olympics due to security threats. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks about the mask mandate and why the county hasn't received a disaster declaration. Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne looks at the small business boom in the wake of the COVID 19 pandemic. Jenn Engel, Lincoln Aviator Brand Manager joins us for Mobility Makers. Pete Auger, Novi City Manager discusses the city's relationship with The MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center and Chris Renwick is back with a Simone Biles and Olympic update.
Former Gov. Jim Blanchard, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and John Truscott, CEO of Truscott Rossman opine on outgoing Detroit Police James Craig and his expected run for governor, the secrecy behind Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's air travel two months ago, vaccinations, federal voting reforms and more.
WWJ's Brooke Allen talks with Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel about a fourth vaccination site that is opening in Warren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 16, 2021 ~ Full Show. President Biden's "American Rescue Plan" may give us the biggest tax hike in 30 years, economist Patrick Anderson gives his analysis. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel on opening up vaccine eligibility to people 16 and over with medical conditions. Free Press Auto Critic discusses 4 things you must know before buying an electric vehicle for Mobility Makers and State Rep Tyrone Carter explains his bill that would add cameras to school bus stop signs.
In this hour Stephen Henderson speaks with Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine and Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence weighs in on COVID relief legislation and impeachment proceedings of former President Trump
The demand for the coronavirus will increase Monday as teachers, other essential workers and those over 65 years of age become eligible for the shots. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talked with WWJ's Mike Campbell about the increase in demand and lack of doses of the vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The panel discusses federal aid for Michigan. The guest is Mark Hackel. Watch now at video.wkar.org The panel discusses bipartisan cooperation on spending federal aid dollars. The guest is Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel. Panelists Emily Lawler, Jonathan Oosting and Rick Pluta join senior capitol correspondent Tim Skubick to discuss the week in Michigan government and politics.
Thursday, June 11, 2020 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks to Steve Courtney on Jobbie Nooner boaters say they'll party on despite the pandemic.
Malls are starting to reopen across metro Detroit, following lockdowns due to COVID-19. WWJ's Jason Scott has an In Depth look. Guests include Pat O’Keefe, a turnaround and restructuring expert at Bloomfield-based O’Keefe Advisory Services, Twelve Oaks Mall General Manager Dan Jones, and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel.
WWJ's Mike Campbell talks with Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel about the latest move extending the Safer At Home order.
Thursday, May 14, 2020 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel says he isn’t impressed with Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s plans to reopen Michigan’s economy.
Pete Lucido, State Senator of Michigan's 8th District - On his decision to run for Macomb County Prosectuor. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel has been critical on his decision to announce that during the COVID-19 outbreak here in Metro Detroit.
In this hour, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Stephen to recap his County address last night, Michigan State University Constitutional Law Professor Brian Kalt weighs in on the impeachment hearings and Gen Senior Writer Andrea Gonzalez-Ramirez talks about the implications of Senator Kamala Harris dropping out of the presidential 2020 race.
Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel wants to build a new jail, because the current one is a squalid death trap. On June 19, he plans to ask a special meeting of the county board of commissioners’ Records and Public Safety panel for approval of the $375 million project, plus the OK of ballot language for a tax to pay for the bonds that would pay for it. It’s not clear how much the tax millage would be or whether this would constitute a tax increase for residents. But for a generally tax-averse county, this one could get problematic, fast. Oh, and there’s a new attempt to thwart the new Gordie Howe International Bridge, this time via an addition to a state budget bill that would prohibit the state from spending any money to finance its half of construction. You know, even though Canada is reimbursing us 100% of the costs. Will wonders never cease? Elsewhere, we run down: Security guards in downtown Detroit began a strike today, though it’s unclear how widespread it actually is. The city has broken ground on the Joseph Campau Greenway, a 1.2-mile non-motorized path that will run parallel to the Dequindre Cut. Friday is Flag Day, and the Fisher Building will celebrate by displaying its collection of 60 national flags from way back in 1928, when the building opened. [Facebook] Beyond Juice, the Madison Heights based food retailer, will open its second Detroit location on the ground floor of The Platform. Shinola is selling love locks that you can hang in Parker’s Alley. And there’s a cash flash event planned for a stretch of Grand River Avenue seeing reconstruction on June 26. You can learn more about the event, which aims to support neighborhood businesses in Detroit, at DiscoverDetroitD1.com. Thanks for listening to Daily Detroit. If you like what you’re hearing, tell a friend about us, leave us a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or support us by becoming a Patreon member.
Crain’s Managing Editor Michael Lee interviews Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel on the ongoing debate about road funding in Michigan, how he’d change the funding model, what he thinks of the odds of a deal this year and Macomb County’s new tool to view the status of any road in the county.
Tonight’s edition of “Powering Michigan’s Future” comes to you live from the Yankee Rebel Tavern on Mackinac Island during the 2016 Mackinac Policy Conference! Guests tonight include Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, Major General Clark LeMasters with US Army TACOM, Dr. Paul Rogers with TARDEC, Matt Walsh with HAP, Gary Beaulac with Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Tom Mittelbrun (Mitt-el-BROON) with the National Electrical Contractors Association of Southeastern MI, Michael Richard, Business Manager of IBEW Local 58…and many more of the Region’s movers and shakers.
On tonightrsquos edition of ldquoPowering Michiganrsquos Futurerdquo wersquoll get an overview of the recent Macomb State of the County address with Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and wersquoll discuss the advancement of PACE Financing in Wayne County with Andy Levin of Lean amp Green Michigan and Wayne County Commissionerrsquos Tim Killeen and Ray Basham.