One political newcomer has thrown his hat into the ring already for this coveted City Council seat representing the affluent and competitive East Side.

Progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders accused former Vice President Kamala Harris of being “heavily influenced” by rich people in the 2024 race.

A BridgeDetroit review of campaign disclosures shows a handful of donors funded some council races. Others were fueled by personal loans, political committees, business groups and people beyond the ...