Page 5 – Bridge Michigan

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democratic Nominee for Governor, waves during a campaign event at Cass Technical High School Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in Detroit.

Now, the hard part: Jocelyn Benson has big plans. Michigan has big problems

by Isabel Lohman November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

From low reading scores and sagging wages and an aging population, Michigan faces a host of challenges identified by readers through Bridge Listens. What to expect from the governor-elect.

Michigan Politics Watch

Michigan election firsts: Muslim, LGBTQ, Democratic socialist wins

by Jordyn Hermani November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

In a series of firsts, Michigan will send a Muslim to the US Senate, Native American and openly gay members to the US House, a transgender woman to the state Legislature and more.

Michigan Politics Watch

Michigan Dems flip three US House seats as Huizenga, Barrett fall

by Jordyn Hermani and Kelly House November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

Michigan Democrats flip three US House seats, ousting GOP Reps. Bill Huizenga and Tom Barrett in the process.

Michigan Politics Watch

How Abdul El-Sayed, Jocelyn Benson won Michigan: Big turnout, Democratic shifts

by Matt Mencarini November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

Record turnout for a midterm and statewide shifts towards Democrats meant a big night for Abdul El-Sayed and Jocelyn Benson. Here’s how they won Michigan.

Michigan Politics Watch

Democrats take full control of Legislature, Michigan government. What to expect

by Jordyn Hermani November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

Gov.-elect Jocelyn Benson can expect smooth sailing for her agenda, as Democrats win the state House, grow their Senate majority and maintain control of the Supreme Court, attorney general and secretary of state.