gubernatorial election

Both Republican John James and Democrat Jocelyn Benson have taken on endorsements from emergency workers and veterans in their campaigns for Michigan governor.

Michigan gubernatorial candidates Jocelyn Benson and John James outlined their plans to lower costs, addressing tariffs, data centers, health care, and state government.

Asked for his plan to make new homes cheaper, Republican John James leaned into deregulation. Democrat Jocelyn Benson said she prefers cutting costs by expanding tax credits for first-time homebuyers.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson criticized Republican opponent John James for supporting tariffs on Canadian imports, warning the policies threaten Michigan's auto industry.

Winnie Brinks says she'll bring experience as a lawmaker and deep connections in West Michigan to the Democratic ticket for governor.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer called on Democrats to work past lingering bitterness from primary campaigns that often pitted progressives against centrists.

Listen to conversations with the Michigan candidates running for governor and U.S. Senate.

Congressman John James drew attacks from businessman Perry Johnson and former state Attorney General Mike Cox — but the candidates did agree on issues like education.

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.

Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate and Republican candidates for Michigan governor will debate this week.