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Michigan AG Dana Nessel releases final report on Flint water crisis, explains why no one was convicted
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points The report, over 100 pages, explains why no one was convicted in the case. A final report on the Flint water crisis has been released by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
A final report on the Flint water crisis has been released by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The report, over 100 pages, explains why no one was convicted in the case. Nessel describes the crisis as a man-made tragedy of epic proportion. She cites a Michigan Supreme Court ruling as a factor that derailed criminal prosecutions. However, critics argue that the setbacks were of her own making.
Further details on the report and its findings are available, including a video report by Randy Wimbley.
A Flint resident and victim, Melissa Mays, has pushed back against Nessel's conclusions, disputing her assessment of the pursuit of justice.
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Published: August 25, 2026 ·
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