Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026
State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is the second well-known candidate to enter the race to succeed Whitmer, who has ...
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Michigan Dem chair candidates denounce Duggan ‘betrayal,’ call for rebuilding party from ground up
The three candidates seeking to be the next chair of the Michigan Democratic Party gathered over the weekend to discuss their ...
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a potential 2028 candidate, wants to find common ground with Trump
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants a fresh start with President-elect Donald Trump but also warns that she won’t back down ...
GOP Michigan Senate Leader Aric Nesbitt hopes early start will boost bid for governor
The Van Buren County politician became the first prominent Republican or Democratic candidate to make public their 2026 campaign for governor.
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Michigan Dem chair candidates denounce Duggan ‘betrayal,’ call for rebuilding party from ground up
Michigan Democratic Party Chairwoman Lavora Barnes speaks at ... Ludwig was referring to Democrats now only controlling the governor’s mansion and the state Senate this term.
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Republican legislative leader Aric Nesbitt announces run for governor
LANSING — State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is running for governor. Nesbitt is the first well-known Republican to ...
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Whitmer vetoes 13 bills passed by Democratic-led Legislature, including parolee ID program
The Friday vetoes, the Democratic governor's largest veto sweep ... election law attorney and former chairman for the Michigan Democratic Party, expressed disappointment Friday with the veto.
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Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026
Michigan’s top Republican leader in ... Duggan surprised many by announcing his departure from the Democratic Party to run for governor as an independent. Democrats have yet for a top candidate ...