Clara Hendrickson is a Politics Reporter at The Detroit Free Press. She covers Michigan politics with a focus on the governor's office and the state Legislature, and has previously reported on voting rights, election administration, and redistricting. Clara's work has been featured in numerous publications, including PolitiFact, USA TODAY, and The Daily Reporter.
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Clara Hendrickson's focus is primarily on local government and legal policy regulation in Michigan, specifically covering the Governor Whitmer administration, legislation, redistricting issues, and judicial matters. Her articles demonstrate a strong emphasis on announcements from Michigan state officials and developments within the local legal system.
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The Michigan Democratic Party convention offered a chance to come together following a divisive primary and focus on defeating Trump's picks.
By: Clara Hendrickson
Eliminating the income tax would benefit the wealthiest Michiganders and transform state services, according to fiscal and tax experts.
By: Clara Hendrickson
At a stop in Macomb County, Vice President JD Vance campaigned for Republicans running for key offices in battleground Michigan.
By: Clara Hendrickson
The program gives a tax benefit for contributions to organizations that award private school tuition assistance and other education support.
The proposal would make major changes to campaign finance in Michigan, banning major utility companies from making political contributions.
A ballot proposal banning certain corporate political contributions in Michigan survived a legal challenge to head to a statewide vote in the upcoming Nov. 3 election.
By: Clara Hendrickson
It's all eyes on Michigan – again. The 2026 midterm election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, promises to put the Mitten State front and center with its marquee races for an open U.S.
By: Clara Hendrickson, Arpan Lobo
POLITICS Clara Hendrickson Arpan Lobo Detroit Free Press Sept. 10, 2026, 6:08 a.m. ET Hear this story
By: Clara Hendrickson
Republican nominee for Michigan governor U.S. Rep. John James promised to be a leader who will unify the state at a 9/11 memorial marking the 25th
