Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan’s top Republican leader ... The open governor’s seat in 2026 is expected to spark competitive primaries. In December, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan surprised many by announcing his departure from the Democratic Party ...
GOP Michigan Senate Leader to run for governor
A Republican has entered the race for Michigan governor. The current Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is looking to succeed Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Nesbitt grew up on a six-generation dairy and grape farm.
Republican Aric Nesbitt announces he's running to be Michigan's next governor
Aric Nesbitt, the Republican Senate Leader has a long career in GOP politics. He launched his bid for Michigan governor Tuesday.
Michigan's governor, a possible 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 over tariffs that she believes would hurt the auto industry in her state.
Senate minority leader Aric Nesbitt will run for Michigan governor
A West Michigan state lawmaker is in the running to be the Republican nominee for governor. Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt R-Porter Township, said he’s getting into the race early in the hopes of building statewide name recognition.
The race for Michigan governor & future of Biden's policies
A Michigan republican officially joins the race for governor in 2026. Plus, the former director of Black media for the White House discusses the future of President Joe Biden’s policies with State Sen.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer to deliver 7th State of the State address in February
Michigan Gov. Gretchen is expected to deliver her seventh State of the State address on Feb. 26, about a month later than she ...
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 ...
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Gov. Whitmer breaks silence on Mike Duggan's independent run
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer finally talked about Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's decision to run for governor as an independent, as the race for Lansing closes in.