POLITICSJul 30 · 09:00 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROITSamantha Sayles

Here’s a look at the key races in Michigan’s 2026 primary election

Michigan's 2026 primary election on Aug. 4 includes key races for governor, U.S. Senate, and multiple U.S. House districts. Term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and outgoing Sen. Gary Peters are not seeking reelection, leading to competitive open-seat contests with multiple candidates in each race.

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