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Michigan Supreme Court Tosses Pro-Trump Election Suit
The Michigan Supreme Court denied another right-wing attempt to challenge the Nov. 3 general election Wednesday.

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The Michigan Supreme Court denied another right-wing attempt to challenge the Nov. 3 general election Wednesday.

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