Tag: Michigan Senate race

Michigan Senate Race Shifts: Democrats Seek Strong Contender After Whitmer and Buttigieg Bow Out

As the 2026 Senate race in Michigan heats up, Democrats are on the hunt for a standout candidate after Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Pete Buttigieg opted not to enter the fray. The party is keen to retain the seat vacated by retiring Senator Gary Peters. Meanwhile, Republicans see potential gains with key candidates like Tudor Dixon and Mike Rogers leading the polls.