Michigan Republican Primary

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2026 Michigan Republican Party Endorsement Convention Candidates

Attorney General

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Kevin Kijewski

Attorney General Candidate

Kevin Kijewski is the conservative outsider and courtroom warrior Michigan needs as Attorney General – delivering proven results on election integrity, parental rights, and standing against government overreach.

Since announcing his candidacy in April 2025, Kevin has earned strong grassroots momentum, including a decisive victory in the prestigious Mackinac Republican Leadership Conference straw poll.

Kevin made national headlines as lead attorney defending President Trump’s alternate electors, securing dismissal of all charges after years of partisan lawfare. He was also the only Attorney General candidate to testify before the Michigan Board of Education, boldly confronting their push for controversial gender identity topics without parental consent.

A former Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Detroit, Kevin earned his law degree from Michigan State University. He lives in Birmingham with his wife Kathryn and their daughter Violet.

Platform: End lawfare, restore election trust, back law enforcement, and defend constitutional freedoms including the Second Amendment.

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Doug Lloyd

Attorney General Candidate

With 34 years of legal experience and 30 years as a dedicated prosecutor, Doug Lloyd is the battle-tested leader Michigan needs. Currently serving his fourth term as Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney, Doug has a proven record of securing convictions for murder and public corruption.

A Vision for Justice:

  • Integrity First: Prosecuting crimes fairly, free from political bias or “lawfare.”
  • Election Security: Enforcing the law to ensure every lawful vote counts.
  • Constitutional Rights: Defending Second Amendment liberties and repealing “Red Flag” laws.
  • Public Safety: Ending sanctuary city policies and partnering with federal task forces to deport criminal offenders.

Doug and his wife, Mina, have spent three decades serving Michigan families. He is ready to bring accountability back to Lansing.

Secretary of State

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Anthony Forlini

Secretary of State Candidate

Anthony G. Forlini, current Macomb County Clerk, is running to be Michigan’s next Secretary of State. As a dedicated public servant and businessman, Tony is committed to restoring trust, accountability, and efficiency to the office.

As Clerk, he has delivered measurable improvements in service delivery, streamlined operations, and strengthened election security. Prior to that, Tony represented Michigan’s 24th District in the State House and served as Supervisor of Harrison Township.

His experience in both local and state government gives him a deep understanding of how to run a modern, citizen-focused administration. Tony earned a B.B.A. from Western Michigan University and has been a successful small business owner for more than three decades.

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Amanda Love

Secretary of State Candidate

Amanda Love is a lifelong conservative leader, strategist, and constitutional advocate running with a clear mission: fix a broken system and restore trust in Michigan elections.

Amanda brings over 20 years of hands-on experience inside Michigan’s political and legal systems. She is the only candidate in the race who has worked inside the Secretary of State’s office under Republican leadership, as well as inside the Attorney General’s office. This insider knowledge gives her a rare understanding of how to fix the system.

As a seasoned campaign professional, she helped deliver a Republican majority in 2024. Amanda also serves on her local school board where she is unapologetically anti-DEI and committed to protecting parental rights.

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Monica Yatooma

Secretary of State Candidate

Monica Yatooma is a wife, mother, and Michigan businesswoman committed to restoring integrity, transparency, and accountability to state government.

With extensive experience in highly regulated environments, Monica brings a results-driven, detail-oriented approach to public service. She has led teams and overseen complex operations where adherence to the law was essential.

This leadership experience has prepared her to advocate effectively for strong election safeguards and secure voter rolls. She is affiliated with the Great Education Initiative, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence and parental involvement.

University of Michigan Regents

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Lena Epstein

U-M Regent Candidate

Spend 5 minutes with Lena Epstein and you’ll see why people are moved by her passion for the University of Michigan and commitment to public service. She has received over 1.9 million votes in Michigan and served as President Trump’s Michigan campaign co-chair.

Lena is co-owner and a top executive of Vesco Oil Corporation, a $200 million woman-owned business. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce.

STAND WITH LENA:

  • Hold leftist professors and administrators accountable
  • Protect conservative speech on campus
  • No more DEI
  • No more men in women’s sports
  • No more radical indoctrination of our students
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Michael Schostak

U-M Regent Candidate

Michael Schostak is a husband, father, public servant, and University of Michigan alum. As Bloomfield Township Treasurer, he manages over $460 million in public funds, has balanced budgets, and cut property tax rates.

Michael was formerly a Lecturer of Finance in the Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University and began his career working at the Pentagon. He holds a degree from Wharton and an M.B.A. from the Ross School of Business at U-M.

Guiding Principles:

  • Make U-M for Michigan Again: Prioritize in-state students.
  • Cap Tuition: Cut bureaucracy to keep college affordable.
  • Free Speech: Stop leftist indoctrination and promote conservative voices.
  • Stop Infiltration from China: Strengthen vetting for students from adversarial countries.
  • Defend Women’s Sports: Protect female athletes from biological men.

MSU Board of Trustees

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Roger Victory

MSU Trustee Candidate

State Senator Roger Victory (Hudsonville) serves as the Senate Republican Caucus Whip. He owns Victory Farms LLC and Victory Sales LLC, bringing real-world business acumen to his public service.

A graduate of Davenport University, Roger has chaired key committees on Agriculture and Judiciary. He is a fourth-generation resident of the Hudsonville area.

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Julie Maday

MSU Trustee Candidate

Julie Maday is a former Novi City Councilwoman and fierce advocate for institutional oversight. Married to an MSU alumnus with two children who attended the university, she is deeply tied to the Spartan community.

Her campaign is centered on common-sense leadership, restoring accountability, and focusing on students rather than politics.

Wayne State Board of Governors

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Christa Murphy

Board of Governors Candidate

Christa Murphy is a strategy leader at Meta and former Director of IT at Samsung Electronics. A Wayne State alumna with an MBA from the University of Michigan, she brings global corporate experience to the board.

Christa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Wayne State and a Master’s in Information Technology from Carnegie Mellon. She previously served as General Manager of International Initiatives at General Motors.

Platform:

  • Tuition Control: Stop annual tuition increases and keep education affordable.
  • Academic Excellence: Integrate Mathematics back into General Education requirements.
  • Student Success: Improve the 6-year graduation rate by removing barriers to degree completion.