Michigan Senate Candidate Deletes 'Defund the Police' Posts After Tlaib Backing
Michigan Senate candidate backing Rep. Rashida Tlaib is under scrutiny after deleting social media posts that once advocated for defunding police departments. The deletion comes amid concerns about the candidate's stance on law enforcement.
A Michigan Senate candidate backed by Rep. Rashida Tlaib has faced scrutiny after deleting old social media posts expressing support for defunding police departments, sparking concerns about his stance on law enforcement and public safety issues. The deleted posts were unearthed during a review of the candidate's online activity, raising questions about consistency in their platform. The incident has raised eyebrows among some of Tlaib's fellow Democrats, who had endorsed the candidate due to their shared progressive values. The controversy is likely to add fuel to an already heated campaign for the Michigan Senate seat.