Video from Senator Jonathan Lindsey
Sen. Lindsey: Open Border Policies Put Our Citizens at Risk
The crisis at our southern border may seem like it’s a long way from Michigan, but we’ve seen several tragic incidents in the last few weeks alone. If Democrats in Washington won’t fix America’s border crisis, we must do what we can to protect Michigan’s citizens at the state level.
Sen. Lindsey: Open Border Policies Put Our Citizens at Risk
The crisis at our southern border may seem like it’s a long way from Michigan, but we’ve seen several tragic incidents in the last few weeks alone. If Democrats in Washington won’t fix America’s border crisis, we must do what we can to protect Michigan’s citizens at the state level.
Sen. Lindsey: Border Crisis Affects Every Corner of Our Nation
Senator Jonathan Lindsey warns that the border crisis is affecting Michigan, yet the legislature is putting butterflies and milkweed ahead of our people. We cannot stand idly by while our communities are put at risk by the devastating effects of President Biden’s open border policies. (February 28, 2024)
Sen. Lindsey: Strong Borders, Safer Communities
Cities like Chicago, New York, and Denver are being overwhelmed with a massive influx of illegal immigrants, and Michigan’s so-called sanctuary cities could be next. Families are already feeling the devastating effects of Joe Biden’s open border.
Senate Republicans are introducing a plan to strengthen our borders and protect our communities. We must ensure that cities and counties in Michigan enforce all state and federal immigration laws.
Senate Republicans are introducing a plan to strengthen our borders and protect our communities. We must ensure that cities and counties in Michigan enforce all state and federal immigration laws.
Sen. Lindsey Gives the Invocation
Senator Jonathan Lindsey gives the invocation at the beginning of session on February 6, 2024.
Sen. Lindsey: Gotion Is a National Security Risk
National security experts, including Leon Panetta, have warned that Gotion represents a threat to American security. Senator Jonathan Lindsey urges his colleagues to listen to these experts and heed their warnings. (February 1, 2024)
Sen. Lindsey: We can't tax our way into prosperity
Senator Jonathan Lindsey criticizes the recommendations of Governor Whitmer’s population growth council, and stresses the importance of bipartisan, comprehensive, real world solutions to enable future generations to stay and prosper in Michigan. (November 9, 2023)
Sen. Lindsey: Disclosure Bills a Disservice to People of Michigan
In his no vote explanation, Senator Jonathan Lindsey describes the “anatomy of a lie,” criticizing the rushed process and lack of transparency in crafting the Senate’s financial disclosure legislation, which ultimately fails to live up to what voters expected of Proposal 1. (November 1, 2023)
Sen. Lindsey: Democrat Energy Bills "Build it in Bejing"
“The renewable energy mandates in these bills will create jobs… in China.” Senator Jonathan Lindsey proposes an amendment to require all the renewable energy products in the Democrats’ Green New Deal be manufactured in America. (October 26, 2023)
Sen. Lindsey Gives the Invocation
Senator Jonathan Lindsey gives the invocation at the beginning of session on October 26, 2023.
Sen. Lindsey: Legislature Deserves Meaningful Role in Economic Development Decisions
“I don’t want any company that demands billions of dollars of taxpayer money to come to Michigan or stay in Michigan. I’ve been pretty clear about that.” Senator Jonathan Lindsey questions the secrecy around taxpayer-funded economic incentives during a meeting of the Economic and Community Development Committee. (October 12, 2023)
Sen. Lindsey: Legislation Will Make Housing Crisis Worse
Senator Jonathan Lindsey criticizes legislation that will discourage people from becoming landlords, ultimately making Michigan’s housing crisis worse. (October 11, 2023)
Sen. Lindsey Offers a Pro-Farmer Amendment
Senator Jonathan Lindsey speaks in support of his amendment to Senate Bill 277, which would put the burden on solar companies, not farmers, to restore land for agricultural use. (September 26, 2023)