Detroit was divided into two districts because Michigan lost a congressional seat due to stagnant population. The 12th District is reliably Democratic.
Lauren Gibbons
Lauren covers state politics and policy for Bridge Michigan. Prior to joining Bridge's Capitol team, she worked at MLive, where she led coverage of the state Legislature and the redistricting process, and before that covered the state Senate for MIRS News. She has covered the ins and outs of Michigan politics for nearly a decade and has won awards both for her political coverage and her work documenting the Larry Nassar sexual abuse case. Lauren grew up in the Lansing area and graduated from Michigan State University, majoring in journalism and history. She lives in Ferndale, and her party tricks include Irish dancing and telling friends what political districts they live in without looking. Reach her at lgibbons@bridgemi.com or on Twitter @LaurenMGibbons
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Michigan’s race for Congress: Haley Stevens up for another term in 11th District
The new 11th Congressional District is solidly Democratic, meaning that U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is heavily favored on Nov. 8.
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Michigan’s race for Congress: John James vs. Carl Marlinga in 10th District
The 10th District is centered on Macomb County. It leans Republican and features what could be a compelling race.
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Michigan’s race for Congress: Lisa McClain seeks second term in 9th District
Thee new 9th Congressional District covers Michigan’s Thumb and extends into northern Macomb County. It is solidly Republican.
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Michigan’s race for Congress: Paul Junge vs. Rep. Dan Kildee in 8th District
The new 8th Congressional District is more competitive politically, with President Joe Biden beating Donald Trump by 2 points in 2020. The district could be a tougher test for incumbent Dan Kildee.
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Michigan's race for Congress: Tom Barrett v. Elissa Slotkin in 7th District
The central Michigan race is considered one of the most competitive in the state.
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Michigan’s race for Congress: Debbie Dingell seeks another term in 6th District
The new 6th Congressional District connects Ann Arbor and the rest of Washtenaw County with portions of western Wayne County and most of the city of Novi in Oakland County. It is solidly Democratic.
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Michigan’s race for Congress: Tim Walberg seeks another term in new 5th District
The new 5th Congressional District stretches along the entirety of Michigan’s southern border and is considered safely Republican.
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Michigan's race for Congress: Bill Huizenga seeks another term in 4th District
The new district is solidly Republican, but Rep. Bill Huizenga does face a Democratic challenger.
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Michigan's race for Congress: John Gibbs vs. Hillary Scholten in 3rd District
The west Michigan district is considered a tossup race, as a former Trump appointee faces off against a moderate Democrat.