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Meet the candidates running in the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Samantha Sayles , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· August 8, 2026
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Key takeaway The Democratic candidate is Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, while the Republican candidate is U.
Michigan voters have chosen the candidates for the 2026 gubernatorial race. S. Rep.
John James. They are vying to replace current Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who is term-limited. The candidates were asked about key issues concerning Michigan voters, including education and public safety.
Further details on their responses are available from local news sources. The election is set to take place on November 3, 2026. Full interviews with the candidates can be found through local news outlets, providing more insight into their campaigns and priorities.
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Category: government Published: August 8, 2026 Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Michigan voters have chosen the candidates for the 2026 gubernatorial race. The Democratic candidate is Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, while the Republican candidate is U.S. Rep. John James. They…
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