Smaller government, fewer taxes: Republican candidate for governor discusses platform
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Anthony Hudson, a Republican candidate for Michigan governor, says he wants to reduce the size of the government and cut taxes.
Hudson, a truck driver from the Grand Blanc area, is described on his campaign website as 'a candidate who embodies the principles, vision and drive that Michigan voters overwhelmingly supported when they voted for President (Donald) Trump.' On Saturday, he sat down with News 8 to discuss his platform.
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'As an average guy that participates in my community, I see a lot of people struggling. And the most common reason why is financial,' Hudson said, blaming high taxes and the government. 'I want to make a change.'
Hudson aims to eliminate property taxes and state income tax.
'We pay the state for the right to go to work, and I don't think that's fair,' he said.
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The candidate for governor, who in 2024 to represent Michigan's 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House, told News 8 that he believes the government has grown too large.
'We want to reduce the size of government,' Hudson said.
He said he would implement a Michigan version of the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. Hudson said he would also 'go one step further' and add a Michigan Department of Voter Efficiency to police elections.
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Some of Hudson's other goals include eliminating annual vehicle registrations; transitioning to at-fault auto insurance; reducing the funds that go to the Michigan Secretary of State's Office; and getting rid of solar and wind farms on state land, instead favoring natural gas as an energy source.
On the Republican side, , of Porter Township, has also announced a bid for governor. On the other side of the aisle, and have launched campaigns. is running as an independent.
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