Michigan Votes: Voices. Facts. Accountability.
During this election year, Michigan Public will elevate the concerns and opinions of voters, verify everything, and measure campaign promises against real-world impact.
The primary election will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Voters have until Nov. 3 to cast their ballots for this fall's midterm election.
This year, everything is up for grabs (governor, attorney general, secretary of state, various congressional seats). There's even a question on your ballot about convening a Constitutional Convention (otherwise known as a Con-Con).
Here's some of our coverage for this election year.
The Latest
Colin Jackson
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Michigan Public Radio Network
Businessman Perry Johnson, who is white, accuses his opponent, Congressman John James, who is Black, of bringing race into Thursday's televised GOP gubernatorial debate.
The Latest FAQ Squad Episodes
Have you ever wondered why we have midterms? Didn’t we have an election, like, two years ago? What purpose does this even serve?
We’re launching a new limited-time video and newsletter series hosted by Michigan Public’s Dustin Dwyer.
He’ll answer questions from “Why we have midterms” to “If I’m a MSU fan, do I really have to vote for U of M regents?”
We’re launching a new limited-time video and newsletter series hosted by Michigan Public’s Dustin Dwyer.
He’ll answer questions from “Why we have midterms” to “If I’m a MSU fan, do I really have to vote for U of M regents?”
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U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is closing Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary by arguing she is the party’s strongest candidate to beat Republicans. -
The first debate between the three candidates seeking the Republican nod for governor was contentious, as the men talked over each other and leveled accusations. -
Michigan Senator Mallory McMorrow dropped out of the U.S. Senate race earlier this week. If you’ve already submitted a primary ballot giving her your vote, here’s how to spoil it. -
The U.S. Justice Department also reiterated its request for Michigan's voter rolls, which state officials have repeatedly rebuffed. -
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, transforming her party’s high-stakes nomination contest with a month until the primary. -
“Working people deserve a fighter in the U.S. Senate," said AFL-CIO Michigan president Ron Bieber. "Instead, Mike Rogers is lying to Michigan voters all while he supports cutting the very programs they rely on.” -
Have you ever wondered why we have midterms? Didn’t we have an election two years ago? What purpose does this even serve? We’re launching a new limited-time video and newsletter series where we answer those questions and more. -
Did you get your primary ballot? Are you voting in the primary? Here is a guide to the candidates for governor and U.S. Senate on each ballot and how to find your individual ballot. -
Mallory McMorrow is trying to turn the delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge into a campaign issue in Michigan’s Senate race. In a new digital ad shared first with The Associated Press, she accuses President Donald Trump of blocking the bridge to benefit a donor and urges him to “open this damn bridge." -
A look at the Iran deal's political implications for Michigan's congressional members. Plus, a conversation about how recent departures at Michigan State University are causing frustration with a big name on campus. And, on It's Just Politics, an update on the state budget.
