High stakes embezzlement case against former GOP Michigan House speaker goes to trial

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: September 18, 2026

Words: 869

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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The trial of former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield for alleged financial crimes is expected to begin on Tuesday, Sept. 22 — a high stakes case that could be a hallmark of Attorney General Dana Nessel’s final few months in office.

Chatfield faces 13 felony charges, including conducting a criminal enterprise and embezzlement from a nonprofit organization.

Chatfield has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges. His attorney, Mary Chartier-Mittendorf, has …

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