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Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Speaker Matt Hall addresses fentanyl seizures, school funding decisions, and Michigan budget delays

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Steve Cortes, CNN Political Commentator (left) & Matt Hall, Michigan House Representative (right) | Twitter

Steve Cortes, CNN Political Commentator (left) & Matt Hall, Michigan House Representative (right) | Twitter

Speaker Matt Hall, a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives, has recently addressed several issues on his Twitter account, focusing on border security, school funding, and state budget delays.

On August 18, 2025, Hall highlighted recent drug seizures at the northern border: "About 63 pounds of fentanyl were seized at the northern border between April–July. That’s more than the last 2½ years combined. @RepLisaMcClain is right: President Trump’s southern border policies have made our country much safer, but cartels may now be shifting routes—one of".

The following day, August 19, 2025, Hall commented on education policy and funding: "Parents don’t want politicians running their kids’ schools. That’s why House Republicans are delivering record school funding AND letting school districts decide how to use it. We’re not “taking away” meals from children in need. We’re empowering communities to put every".

On August 20, 2025, Hall criticized Senate Democrats for delays in passing the state budget: "Every day without a budget means more uncertainty for Michigan’s schools, communities, and families. Senate Democrats, stop stalling and move this budget forward!"

Fentanyl trafficking remains a significant concern in Michigan and across the United States as law enforcement agencies continue to report increased seizures at both northern and southern borders. In recent years there has been heightened attention on how changes in federal border policy may influence trafficking routes used by criminal organizations.

School funding debates are ongoing within Michigan's legislature. Republican lawmakers have advocated for increased flexibility for local districts regarding how they allocate funds while emphasizing that essential services such as student meal programs remain protected.

Budget negotiations in Michigan often involve extended discussions between legislative chambers controlled by different parties. Delays can impact planning for public institutions like schools and create uncertainty for local governments and families dependent on state resources.

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