Jocelyn Benson Announces Bid to Replace Gretchen Whitmer in Michigan
Jocelyn Benson, Michigan’s Secretary of State, Is Running for Governor
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Secretary of State Benson launches gubernatorial bid
Michigan’s Democratic secretary of state announced Wednesday she is running to succeed Gretchen Whitmer as governor in 2026, as the party tries to find its footing after November’s significant losses in the battleground state.
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Dem’s Campaign To Succeed Michigan Gov. Whitmer Isn’t Going Great So Far
Michigan Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is under scrutiny for potentially violating campaign law after discussing her 2026 gubernatorial candidacy with reporters inside a state-funded building.
Whitmer approves new gun and school safety laws for Michigan
"Michiganders should feel safe whether they're watching a movie at home or heading into the classroom," Whitmer said in a statement Wednesday. "Each of these bills build on my administration’s commitment to protecting Michiganders and their families.
Who's vying to replace Gretchen Whitmer as governor in 2026?
Sen. Aric Nesbitt, who represents Michigan's 20th Congressional District, was elected into office in 2019. In 2023, Nesbitt was named the Michigan Senate's Minority Leader. He declared his candidacy for the governor position earlier this month.
Michigan Senate authorizes lawsuit to force House to send Whitmer bills passed last year
The Senate authorized its Democratic leader to pursue legal action against the House for failing to convey nine bills to Whitmer's desk.
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Gov. Whitmer appoints Novi resident to Michigan Board of State Canvassers
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Heather Cummings of Novi, to the Michigan Board of State Canvassers. Cummings is an attorney and founding partner at Cummings Law Group, PLLC in Royal Oak,
Gretchen Whitmer’s chance for wide-ranging legacy derailed by botched legislative session
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Whitmer signs legislation allowing Michigan pharmacists to prescribe birth control
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) signed two bills into law earlier this week that will allow pharmacists in the state to prescribe hormonal birth control. House Bill 5436 gives Michigan
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pushes for compromise with Trump, whines red states ‘want to steal’ auto industry
On the heels of Republican victories in her state, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pushed for a reset with President-elect Donald Trump Wednesday as she fretted over growing competition from red
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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Signs Landmark Bills to Expand Birth Control Access
Michigan pharmacists can now prescribe birth control, as Gov. Whitmer signs bills to improve reproductive rights and access.
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a potential 2028 candidate, wants to find common ground with Trump
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she does not want to pick a fight with President-elect Donald Trump but won't back down from one.
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Whitmer signs bills allowing Michigan pharmacists to prescribe birth control
Bills to expand reproductive rights in Michigan, including a bill that allows pharmacists to directly prescribe and dispense contraceptives to patients, were signed Tuesday by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in Flint.