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021626 ~ Whitmer Proposes State Spending Increase - Michael LaFaive

Author: Cumulus Media Detroit February 16, 2026 Duration: 13:16

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The Lucy Ann Lance Show from Cumulus Media Detroit brings the voice of Southeast Michigan to life through in-depth conversations on business, news, and government. Drawing on decades of broadcasting and community involvement, Lucy Ann Lance and her co-hosts spotlight local leaders, entrepreneurs, and public officials who shape the region. Each podcast episode offers thoughtful interviews, real-world perspectives, and practical insights into how decisions made in boardrooms and city halls impact everyday lives. Listeners can expect a blend of timely headlines, community stories, and informed analysis rooted in experience and civic engagement. Tune in to listen episodes that keep you connected to the issues, opportunities, and people driving progress in Southeast Michigan, all through the trusted lens of a veteran broadcaster dedicated to her community.

February 16, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Michael LaFaive, Senior Director of the Morey Fiscal Policy Initiative at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer released her eighth and final budget this past week, claiming it will save Michiganders money. But the proposal calls for new taxes to pay for a projected state spending growth from $34.4 billion to $50.2 billion, Republican leadership is vowing no new taxes, setting the scene for a big battle to come.

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