Michigan governor

Jocelyn Benson and John James won nominations for Michigan Governor, with voters selecting them to replace Gretchen Whitmer in the governor’s mansion.

John James has won the Republican nomination for Michigan governor, as projected by the Associated Press. He is a two-term congressman from Michigan's 10th District who received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, leading to Mike Cox's withdrawal from the race. James will face either Jocelyn Benson or Chris Swanson in the general election.

Republican Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt suspended his campaign for Michigan governor following President Donald Trump's endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James. Nesbitt formally endorsed James, stating a divided primary would benefit Democrats.

Voters currently elect governing board members for Michigan's three largest public universities. A new proposal seeks to shift this authority to the governor, but some argue it could backfire.

The United Auto Workers (UAW) endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Michigan governor and Abdul El-Sayed for U.S. Senate, solidifying their positions as frontrunners in the Democratic primary races. The endorsement follows a year of labor support and aims to position Benson and El-Sayed as leaders aligned with working-class interests.

Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan governor, stated she will not run for president in 2028 despite being considered a potential contender. The article notes her previous interactions with President Donald Trump and her political activities during his second term.