Michigan backed Donald J. Trump in both 2016 and 2024, but has continued to elect Democrats to statewide offices. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, a Democrat, and Representative John James, a Republican,

Senator Gary Peters, a Democrat, will not run for re-election in 2026, creating an open Senate seat in a state that Donald J. Trump won narrowly in 2024. Major candidates for the

Garlin Gilchrist dropped out of the gubernatorial race. Here’s the exact wording of the first question, which was asked over the

2026 is a midterm election year, and it also sees all of the state’s top offices up for grabs.

The 2026 election is poised to reshape the cast of politicians who lead Michigan. The level of January jockeying might portend the high stakes ahead.

Here’s the exact wording of the next question asked over the phone to the participant: If the election for US Senate were held today and Mike Rogers was the Republican nominee and Mallory McMorrow was the Democratic nominee, who would you vote for to be US Senate for Michigan?

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is shaking up the 2026 governor's race with an independent campaign that's already drawing attacks from both Democrats and Republicans. Why it matters: Duggan's unique campaign — he left the Democratic Party after President Trump's 2024 win — adds a buzzy dynamic to the governor's race that's already putting his three-term mayorship in the national spotlight.

Democrats submitted an application in hopes the state will be chosen to be among the first to vote in 2028's presidential nominating contest.

Campaign rhetoric is flying. But what’s most important to you? Bridge wants to hear from Michigan residents to help shape our campaign coverage.

Saginaw Township officials have prepared a letter addressed to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer requesting the state reimburse all municipalities for costs for the senate election, which will include a special primary election on Feb. 3 and a special general election on May 5.