Whitmer Signs $59.1B Michigan Budget Amid Criticism Over Education Cuts

The 2025 state budget includes significant funding for Detroit projects but faces backlash for reducing school safety and mental health allocations.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer finalizes Michigan's $82.5 billion state budget, including $59.1 billion in general spending and $23.4 billion for education.
The budget allocates over $55 million for Detroit-specific programs, including infrastructure, public safety, and community projects.
Critics highlight a $300 million cut in school safety and mental health funding, a 92% decrease from previous years.
Republican lawmakers and education advocates condemn the budget, predicting negative impacts on school districts statewide.
Supporters argue the budget prioritizes long-neglected communities and maintains a balanced approach to state finances.