Jocelyn Benson and Democrats will have full control of all branches of government starting Jan. 1. Expect her to try to score early victories and face economic realities.
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Now, the hard part: Jocelyn Benson has big plans. Michigan has big problems
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.
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Michigan election firsts: Muslim, LGBTQ, Democratic socialist wins
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.
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How Abdul El-Sayed, Jocelyn Benson won Michigan: Big turnout, Democratic shifts
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.
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Jocelyn Benson beats John James in Michigan governor’s race
Democrat Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan governor’s race and will replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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Michigan election results: Governor, Senate, US House, proposals, more
Live results of the top races throughout Michigan.
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Election integrity takes center stage in Michigan governor’s race
Jocelyn Benson has called John James an “election denier,” while the Republican has accused her of misrunning the state’s elections.
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Jocelyn Benson vs. John James: What to know the Michigan governor’s race
Your guide to the Michigan governor’s race: Bios, key stances, disagreements and controversies surrounding the candidates seeking to succeed Gretchen Whitmer.
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Governor race fact checks: What’s true, false about Jocelyn Benson, John James
You’ve seen the ads, debates and presidential visits to influence the Michigan governor’s race. Here are the facts.
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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.
