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Michigan Gubernatorial Race Heats Up as Candidates Emerge

11/27/2025

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer nears the end of her term as a race unfolds.
Democratic candidates include Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, who leads in fundraising, and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan launched an independent bid and faces backlash from Democrats who view him as a spoiler.
Among Republicans, U.S. Rep. John James is a frontrunner, but waning support leaves Nesbitt, Cox, and Leonard in contention.

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Story summary

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer nears the end of her term as a race unfolds.
Democratic candidates include Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, who leads in fundraising, and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan launched an independent bid and faces backlash from Democrats who view him as a spoiler.
Among Republicans, U.S. Rep. John James is a frontrunner, but waning support leaves Nesbitt, Cox, and Leonard in contention.