The FY2027 budget dropped. The Research Council dug in. And suddenly a massive gap appeared — one that no official document explained.
Citizens Research Council’s Bob Schneider joins Guy Gordon on the #FactsMatter pod this week to unpack Michigan’s FY 2027 budget and how Schneider’s analysis revealed a $600–$900 million gap that wasn’t visible in any public document. Within hours of his analysis being published, state leaders acknowledged quiet maneuvers involving SOAR lapses, unused reserves, and leftover federal dollars.
In this episode, Bob and Guy break down the SOAR lapse, federal stimulus shifts, and the transparency issues behind the state’s budget process, plus the $500M challenge awaiting in FY2028. A clear, nonpartisan look at what’s really happening inside Michigan’s finances, why it matters, and what it means for the next administration.
If you care about transparency, this conversation is essential.
