Healthcare Showdown in Michigan's 7th | Lansing News

Lansing News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Will Lawrence, newly minted Democratic nominee for Michigan’s 7th District, is launching his campaign with a bold healthcare agenda—demanding “Medicare for All” to match what other developed nations offer. At a rally at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow, constituents like Cynthia Burton voiced fears over Medicaid cuts, while Lawrence blamed GOP Rep. Tom Barrett for worsening coverage through votes on the Affordable Care Act and the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill.” Barrett fired back, arguing Lawrence’s plan ignores systemic fraud and would make things worse, insisting real reform lies…