You’ve seen the ads, the debates, the speeches, the international media attention surrounding Michigan’s US Senate race. Here are the facts.
Michigan Politics Watch
Nonpartisan reporting and fact checks on Michigan politics, elections, and public policy — what’s true, what matters, and what’s at stake.
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Musk, Bloomberg help fuel late funding surge in Michigan governor’s race
Billionaire donors, corporations and special interests are pumping late money into the Michigan gubernatorial race between Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James.
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Jocelyn Benson, John James say Michigan needs change. Agreements end there
Jocelyn Benson and John James are making closing arguments in the governor’s race. But another figure looms large: ‘Voters are all making their decision based on Donald Trump,’ said a Michigan pollster.
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Fact checks, takeaways: JD Vance stumps for Michigan Republicans
Vice President JD Vance campaigned for Mike Rogers and other Republicans in Howell. We checked his facts.
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Michigan elections: Who’s running for attorney general, secretary of state?
Michigan voters will decide on Nov. 3 who they want as the next attorney general and secretary of state. These are the major candidates.
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What to know about voting in Michigan’s Nov. 3 election
Voting is well underway in Michigan, which will elect a new US senator, governor and other key positions. Here’s what to know about voting rules, top races and key issues.
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Bernie Sanders in Michigan MAGA-land: Dems, GOP seek votes in unfamiliar areas
Bernie Sanders stumped for Abdul El-Sayed in deep-red Alpena, while Republicans seek inroads in true-blue Detroit. In a super-tight election, a few votes could make a big difference.
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Fact check: Mike Rogers faces voter suppression claims over Detroit comments
GOP US Senate candidate Mike Rogers suggested using off-duty police officers as poll watchers in Detroit. Democrats contend that would be voter intimidation.
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Michigan Proposal 1 and 2: What to know about statewide ballot measures
There are two statewide proposals on Michigan’s Nov. 3 ballot. What are they, and what would happen if they’re approved?
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These Michigan races could help decide control of Congress
With control of the US House at stake, several ‘toss up’ Michigan districts could play a pivotal role.
