Barrett, Lawrence debate in key Michigan swing race
In their first debate in a closely contested Michigan congressional race, Republican Rep. Tom Barrett attacked Democrat Will Lawrence over past comments about defunding police, while Lawrence said he had changed his position and supports police alongside community violence-prevention and mental-health programs. Lawrence countered by criticizing Barrett’s recent votes and record, as both candidates made their cases in a closely watched swing district.
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About Tom Barrett
Thomas More Barrett is an American politician, financial analyst, and former U.S. Army officer serving as the U.S. representative for Michigan's 7th congressional district since 2025. A Republican, he previously served in the Michigan Senate from 2019 to 2023 and in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2015 to 2019. His congressional district covers a seven-county area that includes Lansing.
Everything about Tom Barrett →- Occupation
- politician
- Position held
- member of the Michigan House of Representatives, member of the State Senate of Michigan, United States representative
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- April 30, 1981
- Website
- https://www.tombarrettforcongress.com