Michigan Democrats chart a path forward that some hope includes Pete …
Dec 10, 2024 · Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson confirmed last week that she is "certainly considering" a gubernatorial bid and is actively listening to voters' concerns as she weighs her decision. She...
Sizing up Whitmer's 2026 replacement - Axios Detroit
Mar 27, 2024 · The intrigue: There are several officeholders whose names have been floated as possible Democratic primary candidates in 2026: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Buttigieg, the U.S. transportation secretary and former presidential candidate who moved from Indiana to Traverse City in 2022.
Tudor Dixon, John James top GOP governor picks for 2026; Pete Buttigieg ...
Oct 4, 2024 · A new poll shows U.S. Rep. John James in a virtual tie with 2022 Republican gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon for the party’s candidate for governor in 2026, while U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg leads Democrats.
Michigan Democrats look toward a future that some hope includes Pete …
Dec 10, 2024 · Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson confirmed last week that she is “certainly considering” a gubernatorial bid and is actively listening to voters’ concerns as she weighs her decision. She also...
2026 Michigan gubernatorial election - Wikipedia
Incumbent Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist are term-limited and are ineligible to seek a third term. This will be one of five Democratic-held governorships up for election in 2026 in a state won by Donald Trump in …
Has Michigan governor race begun? Duggan spurs speculation.
Nov 13, 2024 · Pete Buttigieg, a former presidential candidate and current U.S. secretary of transportation has also invited enduring speculation about his political future, particularly in Michigan, where he moved in 2022.
Swanson ‘absolutely’ foresees 2026 bid for governor, while Kildee …
Feb 20, 2024 · Meanwhile, Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has hinted at a 2026 gubernatorial run and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is widely expected to jump in, as well. Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, state Sen. Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak), U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) have ...
Detroit Mayor Duggan will run for Michigan governor in 2026 as ...
Dec 4, 2024 · Among the potential contenders are Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist III and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who relocated to Michigan in 2022, has also sparked speculation about a potential Democratic gubernatorial bid. When asked by the AP on Nov. 3 about a ...
Chuck Todd: Is the rise of the independents coming? An …
Dec 11, 2024 · A knife fight for the Democratic nomination against experienced and respected pols like Benson, Gilchrist or even Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg — a wild card who moved to the state...
Detroit Mayor Duggan shocks with independent bid for governor
Dec 11, 2024 · Democrats who plan to support the party’s eventual nominee emphasized the strength of its bench, which includes Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson; U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete...