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Senator Aric Nesbitt Criticizes Dana Nessel and Michigan Democrats in Recent Posts

Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican member of the Michigan Senate, posted a series of criticisms on his X (formerly Twitter) account targeting Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Democratic lawmakers in Lansing.

On September 9, 2025, Nesbitt accused Nessel of misusing her office for political reasons. He wrote, "Dana Nessel used her office for political persecution and wasted taxpayer money, all just to lose in court AGAIN."

Later that day, he questioned Nessel's legal track record and referenced recent budget decisions: "At this point, can we just assume Dana Nessel is going to lose any case she brings? Good thing the House GOP budget cut her department." This statement reflects ongoing partisan disputes over state funding for the attorney general’s office.

The following day, September 10, 2025, Nesbitt shifted focus to broader budgetary issues in Michigan. He contrasted Democratic and Republican priorities by stating, "Democrats in Lansing want a budget that invests in their cronies. Republicans want a budget that helps you and your family make it in Michigan."

These comments come amid heightened debate over Michigan’s state budget process. In recent years, tensions have grown between Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s administration and the Republican-controlled legislature regarding fiscal policy and departmental appropriations. The attorney general’s office has faced scrutiny from GOP lawmakers who argue that certain investigations are politically motivated rather than focused on public interest.

Nesbitt’s remarks also reflect broader national trends where state-level attorneys general face partisan criticism over high-profile cases and resource allocation.