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Mike McFall (born March 4th, 1974) is an American politician who has served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, McFall represents Michigan's 8th House District, representing parts of Madison Heights, Ferndale, and Detroit, along with all of Hazel Park, and Highland Park.

Early life and education
Mike McFall was born on March 4th, 1974, and grew up in Burton, Michigan, a suburb of Flint. Growing up his father worked for General Motors and was a member of UAW while his mother worked at a local elementary school

Political career
In 2017, McFall and his husband moved to Hazel Park, where two years later he successfully ran for city council. . As a member of the city council he helped support the first Hazel Park Pride Parade. He would also be elected Mayor Pro Tempore of the city.

2022 Campaign
In Febuary 2022 McFall announced his candidacy for the Michigan House of Representatives, filing to run in the newly drawn 8th district, declaring his priorities to be supporting skilled trades, fixing municipal finance, and supporting mental health. He also made clear the importance of LGBTQ representation in Lansing.

After winning the primary he was elected by a landslide in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Personal life
McFall is openly gay. He lives in Hazel Park with his husband and pets, one dog and one cat.