Tag: michigan
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Three measures certified in the past two weeks, bringing the 2026 statewide total to 164 — 11 above the decade average
As of Sept. 15, 164 statewide measures had been certified in 40 states — 11 more than the average at this point in even-numbered years from 2014 through 2024. With no additional measures eligible for the November ballot, the final 2026 total is 164: 145 on the November ballot and 19 decided earlier in the…
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Michigan voters to decide measure that would prohibit certain entities from political spending
In November, Michigan voters will decide on a ballot initiative that would prohibit certain organizations and individuals from making campaign contributions. The campaign supporting the measure, Michiganders Out of Money in Politics, submitted enough valid signatures earlier this year to qualify for the ballot. The initiative was then sent to the legislature to consider—in Michigan,…
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Five candidates are running in the general election for Michigan's Trump-won, Democratic-held 8th Congressional District
Incumbent Kristen McDonald Rivet (D), Thomas J. Smith (R), and three other candidates are running in the general election for Michigan's 8th Congressional District on November 3, 2026. ABC News' Diana Paulsen and Elise Spenner wrote, "The district is one of few nationwide that swung for Trump in 2024 but elected a Democrat down the…
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U.S. Senate race in Michigan between El-Sayed (D) and Rogers (R) to help determine control of the chamber
Abdul El-Sayed (D), Mike Rogers (R), Douglas P. Marsh (G), Lydia Christensen (L), and Timothy Long (U.S. Taxpayers Party) are running in the general election for Senate in Michigan on Nov. 3. Incumbent Gary Peters (D) did not seek re-election. The U.S. Senate race is central to determining which party gains or maintains control of…
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Gilchrist, Forlini seek open Michigan secretary of state seat as Benson runs for governor
Garlin Gilchrist II (D), Anthony Forlini (R), and three other candidates are running in the general election for Michigan Secretary of State on November 3, 2026. Incumbent Jocelyn Benson (D) is running for governor. Benson was re-elected 55.9%–41.9% in 2022. That year, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) was re-elected 54.5%–43.9%. In 2024, President Donald Trump (R)…
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Democratic, Republican campaign committees target Michigan's 10th Congressional District in 2026 as Rep. John James runs for governor
Christina Hines (D), Michael Bouchard (R), and three other candidates are running in the general election for Michigan's 10th Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Incumbent John James (R) is running for governor rather than seeking re-election. James was elected 48.8%–48.3% in 2022 and 51.1%–45.0% in 2024. President Donald Trump (R) defeated Kamala Harris (D)…
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Benson, James among six candidates running to succeed term-limited Whitmer as Michigan governor
Jocelyn Benson (D), John James (R), and four other candidates are running in the general election for governor of Michigan on November 3, 2026. Incumbent Gretchen Whitmer (D) is term-limited and can not seek re-election. Bridge Michigan's Simon D. Schuster wrote, "James heads to the general election looking to extend a streak: It’s been about…
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Jocelyn Benson (D) won the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Michigan
Jocelyn Benson defeated Chris Swanson in the Democratic primary for Governor of Michigan on August 4, 2026. Incumbent Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) was term-limited, leaving the office open in 2026. Michigan has a divided government, meaning neither party controls both chambers of the state legislature and the governor's office, which is called a state government…
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Donavan McKinney (D) defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District on August 4, 2026
Donavan McKinney (D) defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Local radio station WDET's Russ McNamara said Thanedar was "facing a difficult primary opponent, State Representative Donavan McKinney. The progressive Democrat has already been endorsed by Black leaders in Detroit and other [progressives] like…
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William Lawrence (D) defeated Bridget Brink (D) and Matt Maasdam (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District on August 4, 2026
William Lawrence (D) defeated Bridget Brink (D) and Matt Maasdam (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District on August 4, 2026. Lawrence will face incumbent Tom Barrett (R), first elected in 2024, in the general election. As of May 2026, major forecasting organizations rated the general election a toss-up. The Detroit Free…