Michigan's 2026 midterm election: Follow the latest updates

Michigan voters head to the polls on Election Day, Nov. 3, 2026, casting their ballots for several critical races, including the state's governor's race, a U.S. Senate race, 13 U.S. House races, as well as other state and local races and measures.

What to know for the 2026 Michigan midterm election

Michigan will have a new governor, as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaches her term limit.

Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic nominee Jocelyn Benson faces Republican Rep. John James in the governor's race. In the August primary, Benson defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, while James beat businessman Perry Johnson.

Meanwhile, in a critical U.S. Senate race, former congressman and Republican nominee Mike Rogers faces Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed.

In the U.S. House, all 13 Michigan districts are up for grabs, with open races being contested in the 10th and 11th congressional districts.

Michigan voters will also cast their ballots for two statewide proposals, as well as the Michigan Supreme Court, Michigan Secretary of State and Michigan Attorney General, in addition to all state House and state Senate seats.

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