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Benson defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and will face a Republican challenger in the fall gubernatorial race.
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politics
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson leads the Democratic primary and will face Republican Congressman John James in the general election.
CBS Politics | Aug 5, 2026, 4:31 AM
politics
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is expected to secure the Democratic nomination to replace term-limited Governor Gretchen Whitmer, while Republicans compete for their party’s nomination.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 10:14 PM
politics
The tight race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens highlights a broader struggle within the Democratic Party ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 6:46 AM
politics
U.S. Representative John James, endorsed by former President Trump, secured the Republican nomination for Michigan governor and will compete against Democrat Jocelyn Benson in the general election.
CBS Politics | Aug 5, 2026, 6:07 AM
politics
John James secures the Republican nomination for Michigan governor despite being outspent, setting up a fall contest against Democrat Jocelyn Benson.
NBC Politics | Aug 5, 2026, 5:17 AM
general
John James, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, defeated Perry Johnson in Michigan's GOP gubernatorial primary, leading to a high-stakes general election against Democrat Jocelyn Benson.
Fox News Latest | Aug 5, 2026, 2:37 AM
politics
The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has sent letters to election officials in all 50 states and D.C., threatening criminal prosecution if noncitizens are knowingly allowed to vote or remain on voter rolls.
NBC Politics | Jul 8, 2026, 1:48 AM
general
Michigan’s primary elections on August 4th, 2026, could influence Senate control and historic gubernatorial outcomes.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 5, 2026, 6:07 AM
politics
On Tuesday, August 4th, voters in Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas, and Washington cast ballots in critical primaries, including a high-stakes Senate contest in Michigan.
CBS Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 10:10 AM
general
Key primary elections in Michigan on August 4th, 2026, could influence control of Congress and the state's leadership, with notable debates over U.S.-Israel relations shaping campaigns.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 4, 2026, 9:58 PM
general
Republican candidates Scott Schwab, Ty Masterson, and Vicki Schmidt compete in a pivotal Kansas primary aiming to flip the governor’s office from Democratic control.
Fox News Latest | Aug 5, 2026, 1:31 AM
us
Voters in Michigan, Missouri, Washington, Kansas, and Virginia cast ballots in key primary elections shaping November’s midterm contests.
Guardian US | Aug 4, 2026, 10:28 PM
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State reviews and federal data show hundreds of thousands of likely noncitizens on voter rolls across several states, prompting legal actions and warnings about election integrity.
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Federal health officials are investigating a cyclospora outbreak across four states, working to identify the source amid rising cases.
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investigations
Following a KQED-ProPublica investigation, the Trump administration targets school districts' handling of teacher sexual misconduct cases across multiple states.
ProPublica | Jul 14, 2026, 5:06 PM
politics
The 1.5-mile bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will begin commercial traffic following an agreement between U.S. and Canadian officials.
CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 8:57 AM
politics
Amid low polling numbers, Michigan state Senate majority whip Mallory McMorrow has ended her bid for the U.S. Senate, clearing the way for a Democratic primary contest between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:26 AM
world
Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed secures Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, overcoming significant spending by pro-Israel groups in a key Michigan race.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 6:46 AM
world
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed leads narrowly over moderate Haley Stevens in a key Michigan primary, signaling a pivotal moment for the Democratic Party’s future direction.
France 24 English | Aug 5, 2026, 6:33 AM
politics
Incumbent Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga secured the GOP nomination in Michigan’s 4th congressional district and will challenge Democratic state Sen. Sean McCann in the general election.
The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 5:32 AM
world
A Marquette Law School survey reveals widespread skepticism about the US conflict with Iran and highlights ongoing negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 5, 2026, 5:17 AM
us
Progressive former public health official Abdul El-Sayed leads Congresswoman Haley Stevens in a tight contest for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination ahead of November’s midterm election.
Guardian US | Aug 5, 2026, 5:02 AM
politics
The open seat in Michigan’s 10th Congressional District will feature a competitive November race between Democrat Christina Hines and Republican Mike Bouchard following incumbent John James’s gubernatorial bid.
The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 4:47 AM