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Veteran Meteorologist Terri DeBoer Challenges Democratic Incumbent in Michigan

3/5/2026

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Terri DeBoer, a West Michigan meteorologist with 30+ years of TV experience, is running as a Republican for Michigan's 3rd District.
Her campaign centers on border security, economic issues, and restoring fiscal responsibility in Washington.
She seeks to unseat Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI), who won the seat in 2023.
Scholten's 2023 victory marked the district's first Democratic win since the 1970s, and the district is rated "Solid D" by Cook Political Report.

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Story summary

Terri DeBoer, a West Michigan meteorologist with 30+ years of TV experience, is running as a Republican for Michigan's 3rd District.
Her campaign centers on border security, economic issues, and restoring fiscal responsibility in Washington.
She seeks to unseat Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI), who won the seat in 2023.
Scholten's 2023 victory marked the district's first Democratic win since the 1970s, and the district is rated "Solid D" by Cook Political Report.