Sean McCann

Michigan's congressional primaries for the 2026 general election have mostly determined candidates, with most races decided except the 2nd Congressional District's Democratic race. Key matchups include Jack Bergman vs. Callie Barr in the 1st District, Terri DeBoer challenging Hillary Scholten in the 3rd District, and Bill Huizenga facing Sean McCann in the 4th District.

Sean McCann secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District. The Associated Press reported the outcome from Washington.

Bill Huizenga is projected to win the Republican primary in Michigan’s 4th congressional district and will face Sean McCann in November. Huizenga defeated Philip Tanis in the primary, according to Decision Desk HQ.

Democratic candidates like Sean McCann are avoiding internal party conflicts to focus on economic issues linked to President Donald Trump's policies, emphasizing tariffs and rising costs. They aim to capitalize on declining economic approval ratings and high unemployment in key districts like Southwest Michigan.

Michigan Democratic lawmakers Betsy Coffia and Sean McCann introduced legislation to limit the campaign spending influence of corporations, nonprofits, and LLCs, aiming to counter the effects of the 2010 Citizens United Supreme Court decision. The proposal seeks to codify restrictions into the Michigan Constitution to reduce corporate power in politics.

The Michigan Farm Bureau endorsed Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate, while Democratic groups endorsed candidates including Mallory McMorrow, Haley Stevens, and Sean McCann. Multiple labor and advocacy organizations supported various Democratic and Republican candidates for congressional and state positions, including Bridget Brink, Matt Maasdam, and John James. Cook Political Report reclassified Michigan’s 4th Congressional District as 'Lean Republican'.

Sean McCann leads Rep. Bill Huizenga by three points in a Michigan House race according to a Democratic poll. McCann's campaign outraised Huizenga by $400,000 in Q1 2026, and both campaigns have made public statements about the race.