Follow Michigan’s Republican nominees, the contests shaping November, and original reporting from campaigns, conventions, and political events across the state.
The major races are called
John James wins the Republican nomination for governor, Mike Rogers advances for U.S. Senate, and the results desk tracks every Michigan congressional district.
What the results mean
DSA-backed candidates won statewide, defeated Democratic incumbents and built power from Congress to city hall. Here is what Michigan Republicans should understand now.
Read the full analysis
2026 statewide nominating convention
Delegates meet August 22 to formally nominate lieutenant governor and Michigan’s convention-selected statewide offices.
10:00 a.m. ET Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort
Michigan 10th District · 2026
General-election race file
Michael Bouchard and Christina Hines won their August 4 primaries. Michigan's open 10th Congressional District contest now moves to November.
New Event Archive
Watch the 50-second recap, view photos from the stage, and read the Michigan Republican response from President Trump's July 27 visit to GM's Milford Proving Ground.
July 27, 2026 Milford, Michigan General Motors Proving Ground
What is confirmed, how GOP ticket requests work, and why Michigan’s U.S. Senate race may become part of the national message.
Explore the 2026 convention guideGuide updated August 16, 2026
Michigan Republicans have a BIG opportunity in 2026!
Open Gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races along with the potential to FLIP multiple U.S. House seats.
Both chambers of the Michigan Legislature are up for grabs.
Open Secretary of State and Attorney General races.
Michigan Republicans are heading into 2026 organized and united!
2026 Ballot Directory
Browse the statewide directory of candidates who have qualified for the 2026 Michigan primary ballot, organized by office with campaign websites and public links where available.
Ballot qualification rules vary by office. Review the petition manual.
