State Senator Jonathan Lindsey (MI)
Recent News About State Senator Jonathan Lindsey (MI)
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Lindsey appalled by reports of an illegal immigrant sexually assaulting minors in district
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jonathan Lindsey, R-Allen, expressed his dismay over recent reports of an illegal immigrant sexually assaulting minors in the district.“My prayers remain with these young girls and their family and others who have been affected by this crisis — and I commend our law enforcement offices for their diligence in capturing this man,” Lindsey stated.Lindsey also criticized President Joe Biden, attributing the incident to what he referred to as a "border crisis." He remarked, “President Joe Biden’s border crisis is putting people from every corner of this...
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Lindsey supports plan to strengthen education standards, improve outcomes
Sen. Jonathan Lindsey, a Republican from Allen, Michigan, has expressed his support for a recently introduced legislative package aimed at improving educational outcomes in the state's K-12 schools. Lindsey highlighted the importance of the formative years spent in public schools and emphasized the need for strategic and responsible investments to address the declining educational results.Lindsey criticized the policies enacted by the Democrat majority last year, which he believes have taken away critical benchmarks and support, resulting in Michigan students falling...
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Lindsey, Theis Request MEDC Halt Gotion Battery Payments After National Security Warnings
Sens. Jonathan Lindsey and Lana Theis have sent a letter to Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Director Quentin Messer, urging the state to suspend payments to the Gotion battery plant due to concerns over national security. The senators also requested that any funds already distributed be recouped.The senators expressed concern about China's attempts to infiltrate and compromise the safety of the United States through industrial espionage. Lindsey stated, "National security experts from both sides of the aisle have sounded the alarm about China's attempts...
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Lindsey supports calls for probe into Chinese companies involved in Michigan battery plant
Sen. Jonathan Lindsey has reiterated his support for a comprehensive investigation into the Chinese companies involved in the planned Ford Motor Co. battery plant in Marshall, Michigan. Lindsey, a Republican senator from Allen, has raised concerns about national security surrounding the project from its inception. He criticized the Democratic leadership in the Michigan Legislature for ignoring these concerns and proceeding with the project using public tax dollars.Recently, the chairs of two U.S. House committees sent a letter to the Biden administration, urging an...
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Lindsey: Gov. Whitmer’s speech a stark contrast from the reality facing Michigan families
LANSING, Mich. - Senator Jonathan Lindsey, a Republican from Allen, criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address, calling it a stark contrast from the reality facing Michigan families. In a statement, Lindsey accused the governor of being in denial and shamelessly taking credit for policies that are allegedly destroying the state.Lindsey stated, "The central problem with the governor's State of the State address is that she is in denial of reality." He further criticized her for offering empty promises of a utopian future, which he believes is far...
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Lindsey disappointed, not surprised with taskforce recommendations
Sen. Jonathan Lindsey, a Republican from Allen, expressed his disappointment but not surprise with the recommendations put forth by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's population council. In a statement issued on Thursday, Lindsey criticized the council for promoting the governor's predetermined, agenda-driven goals.Lindsey, who was nominated by Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt, highlighted the lack of openness to new ideas on how to grow Michigan's population and economy. He stated, "this effort was not being taken seriously and the council was not open to new ideas on how we...