A local politician is on track to make history in the Downriver area. Joanna Whaley has won the Democratic primary, defeating a longtime politician. Her victory has set her up for a potential win in the state representative race in November.

If successful, she would achieve a milestone as the first openly trans woman to hold the position. Further information about Joanna Whaley's campaign and the upcoming election can be found through local news sources, including FOX 2 Detroit.