Economy & Jobs
Manufacturing drives our district with 80,309 residents employed. Current unemployment stands at 5.6% in Macomb and 4.5% in Oakland. Stellantis recently cut 2,450 jobs at Warren Truck as Ram 1500 Classic production ended.
Pro-Manufacturing Tax Expensing
Push for favorable tax policies that support manufacturing growth and job creation.
Faster Site Permits
Streamline permitting processes to accelerate new manufacturing facility development.
Re-tooling Grants
Secure grants tied to local hiring for facility upgrades and new product lines.
Cost of Living
Detroit metro CPI increased 1.3% year-over-year in June 2025. Michigan's average gas price today sits at $3.12 per gallon. We're committed to lowering everyday costs for working families.
Cut Red Tape
Eliminate regulations that inflate construction costs and housing prices.
Expand Domestic Energy
Increase domestic energy production to reduce fuel and utility costs.
Block Hidden Fees
Stop new hidden fees that burden consumers and families.
Public Safety
210
Sterling Heights
Violent crimes in 2023, lowest among MI cities over 100k residents.
747
Warren
Violent crimes reported in 2023, requiring focused resource allocation.
1,099
Michigan
Road deaths in 2024, targeting dangerous corridors for improvement.
1
Fund Police & Prosecutors
Ensure adequate resources for law enforcement and judicial system.
2
License-Plate Readers
Expand technology where communities approve for enhanced security.
3
Stiffen Penalties
Increase consequences for repeat violent offenders.
Roads, Traffic & Bridges
Southeast Michigan roads are in crisis: 28% rated poor and only 25% good in the 2023-24 cycle. Michigan's infrastructure earned a C- grade overall, with roads scoring D and bridges D+.
28%
Poor Roads
Southeast Michigan roads in poor condition
25%
Good Roads
Roads rated in good condition

Commitment: Lock federal dollars to high-impact fixes in Macomb and Oakland counties, with transparent project dashboards for accountability.
Schools & Early Literacy
Michigan faces a literacy crisis: only 38.9% of third-graders are proficient in English Language Arts on 2025 M-STEP tests, marking a new low despite improvements in other grades.
01
Phonics-Based Reading
Support evidence-based reading instruction methods.
02
K-3 Tutoring Corps
Deploy targeted tutoring for early elementary students.
03
Reduce Mandates
Free teachers from bureaucracy to focus on teaching.
Border Security & Fentanyl
Michigan overdose deaths fell 5.7% in 2023, with the state projecting another decline in 2024 through expanded naloxone distribution and treatment programs. We must continue this progress while stopping the flow at its source.
1
Close Trafficking Loopholes
Strengthen laws to prevent drug trafficking operations.
2
Port-of-Entry Technology
Increase detection technology at border crossings.
3
Drug Courts & Recovery
Fund local treatment and recovery programs.
Health Care Affordability
5.03%
Uninsured Rate
MI-10 residents without health coverage
50.6%
Employer Coverage
Residents with employer-provided insurance
17.7%
Medicaid Coverage
Residents covered by Medicaid
Price Transparency
Require clear pricing for medical procedures and services.
Cross-State Competition
Allow insurance purchases across state lines.
Expanded HSAs
Increase Health Savings Account options for families.
Housing & Taxes
District homeownership stands at 72.4% with median property taxes around $3,252 and home values between $221,700-$235,100. Average commute is 25.8 minutes, with 76.4% driving alone and 12.6% working from home.
Speed Up Approvals
Accelerate permitting for infill housing development projects.
Preserve Mortgage Deduction
Protect the mortgage interest deduction for homeowners.
Fight Unfunded Mandates
Oppose local mandates without federal funding support.
Veterans & Military Families
Veterans comprise 4.5% of our district population. Those who served our nation deserve our unwavering support and action, not just words of gratitude.
End VA Backlog
Eliminate Veterans Affairs service delays in metro Detroit area.
Expand Community Care
Increase healthcare options through community partnerships.
Credit Military Experience
Recognize military training for civilian professional licenses.

Service honored with action - Our commitment to those who served extends beyond gratitude to tangible policy solutions.