Michigan Governor Race

Michigan governor, Chris Swanson

Chris Swanson, prominent sheriff and Democrat, announces run for Michigan governor

Genesee County Chris Swanson has told The Associated Press he's launching a Democratic bid to be Michigan's next governor.

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Watch full speech as Chris Swanson announces bid for Michigan governor

The room was packed full with hundreds of supporters surrounding a stage at the center of the room. The energy was like that found at a rock concert, but the headliner was Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson as he announced his campaign to become Michigan’s next governor.

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Stage set for Dem primary in Michigan governor's race as Genesee Co. Sheriff Swanson enters race

Swanson will face Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, along with any other Democrat who chooses to enter in the early stages of the 2026 campaign.

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Here’s a look at the candidates in Michigan’s governor race so far

DETROIT – Some high-profile names have already launched their campaigns in the race for Michigan’s governor in 2026. Current ...

Swanson discusses race for governor

Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson joins The Pulse to discuss entering the race for Governor of Michigan. Plus, State House ...

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Duggan’s backers fund poll that suggests Michigan wants an independent governor

The Detroit Regional Chamber, a business advocacy group that has donated tens of thousands of dollars to Detroit Mayor Mike ...

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Buttigieg leading potential Democrats in 2026 Michigan U.S. Senate primary election: Poll

A Blueprint Polling memo published by Semafor showed Buttigieg received support from 40% of respondents and Michigan Attorney ...

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Speculation swirls about Michigan sheriff tossing hat into governor race

Swanson said he’ll make an unspecified announcement with friends and supporters at Mott Community College, where he studied criminal justice more than 30 years ago.

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The 2026 Michigan Senate race is already heating up

Sen. Gary Peters's decision to retire will affect control of the Senate, presidential aspirants and the rise or fall of other notable figures in Michigan politics.

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Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson enters 2026 race for Michigan governor

Chris Swanson has been the sheriff of Genesee County since being appointed in 2019. He’s twice been elected to the job, in ...

Michigan’s first Black lieutenant governor aims higher

Presumably, Gilchrist sees the task of expanding the ranks of the nation’s Black governors — which currently only boasts ...

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