Who's running for Governor in Michigan (2026)
1 Governor race is on the ballot in Michigan, with 1 declared candidate tracked so far.
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Republicans target El-Sayed at Trump rally in Port Huron
Elections and votingRepublican hopefuls used Trump’s Port Huron rally to promote turnout and warn supporters about Democratic Socialism.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskOct 26, 2026
Candidate profile · MI
Candidate profile: Brian Steven Jaye in Michigan’s 10th District
Elections and votingBrian Steven Jaye is a Democrat in the contested 2026 race for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District.
The Ballot Michigan News DeskOct 25, 2026
News · MI
Obama rallies with Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit
Elections and votingThe former president appealed to Detroit voters as El-Sayed faces Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate contest.
The Ballot Michigan DeskOct 25, 2026
News · MI
Governor candidates make matching transparency promise
Elections and votingBoth candidates say they would make voluntary public disclosures without waiting for Michigan law to require them.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskOct 25, 2026
News · MI
El-Sayed backs Slotkin after criticism of job remarks
Economy and jobsThe Michigan Democratic Senate nominee defended Slotkin’s call for young professionals to reconsider Trump administration jobs.
The Ballot Michigan DeskOct 21, 2026
News · MI
Coleman A. Young statue design unveiled for U.S. Capitol
Elections and votingOrganizers unveiled the statue’s design during a fundraiser and plan a matching sculpture, a first for a state.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskOct 21, 2026