ICYMI: NRCC Opens Battle Station in Livingston County

This weekend, the National Republican Congressional Committee launched a Battle Station in Livingston County to serve as the hub of the grassroots team to re-elect Congressman Tom Barrett.

“22-year U.S. Army veteran and helicopter pilot Tom Barrett fought to protect our nation overseas and now he is fighting for Mid-Michigan in Congress. Michiganders are fired up to send Barrett back to Washington this fall.” – NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon

Read more from Michigan Advance here or see excerpts below:

Barrett gears up for tough campaign as McClain urges Republicans to stick to their guns
Michigan Advance
Kyle Davidson
April 17, 2026

Kicking off what’s sure to be a hotly-contested race in one of Michigan’s most competitive congressional seats, U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte) joined with U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Bruce Township) and multiple current and aspiring members of the Michigan Legislature to christen the opening of a new campaign office in Livingston County. 

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McClain, who serves as House Republican’s conference chair, acknowledged that, historically, the president’s party has lost House seats in the midterm election. However, she also called out divisions within the Democratic Party asking “who exactly is the leader of that party?”

Heading toward the election, she encouraged her fellow Republicans to be vocal, echoing Barrett’s support for the tax policies put in place by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Barrett touted the act’s expanded child tax credit; increases to the adoption tax credit; tax deductions for tips, overtime and Social Security; and the permanent extension of the 20% small business tax deduction. He also defended the work requirements put in place for programs like Medicaid and SNAP.

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