michigan governor's race

Democratic candidate for governor Jocelyn Benson is looking past primary day onto winning back Democratic control in Lansing.

Today on Stateside: A gubernatorial candidate shared their vision for the state. Then, a family is seeking accountability after their son died by suicide inside a county jail. Plus, why a Michigan judge's side hustles are raising questions about the state's financial disclosure reporting requirements. And a listener shares the lessons he learned from a forgotten cherry tree.

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

Michigan's primary election is August 4. Businessman and author Perry Johnson is a Republican candidate for governor. He spoke to Michigan Public's Doug Tribou.

Cox's departure leaves businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Representative John James to battle for the Republican Party's nomination for governor in the August primary.

Michigan's primary election is August 4. Jocelyn Benson has served as Michigan’s Secretary of State since 2019. Now, she’s also a Democratic candidate for governor.

Michigan’s 2026 primary election is on Aug. 4. Chris Swanson is a Democratic candidate for governor. He currently serves as the Genesee County Sheriff.

Today on Stateside, a recap of last night's GOP primary debate in the race for governor. Plus, examining how one's media diet can shape their perception of mass violence. And, a conversation with two Detroiters who founded a running club, with the aim of challenging a stereotype about Black Americans.

"I didn't go and fight extremists to have them on our doorstep here,” said Congressman John James, who served as helicopter pilot in the U.S. Army during the War in Iraq. “Under no circumstances will we be a home in Michigan for extremism.”

President Trump is endorsing Republican Congressman John James’ bid to become Michigan’s next governor.That's prompted Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt to drop out of the race.