GOP Michigan Senate Leader to run for governor
A Republican has entered the race for Michigan governor. The current Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is looking to succeed Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Nesbitt grew up on a six-generation dairy and grape farm.
Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026
(AP) — Michigan’s top Republican leader ... In December, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan surprised many by announcing his departure from the Democratic Party to run for governor as an independent. Democrats have yet for a top candidate to enter the race ...
Republican legislative leader Aric Nesbitt announces run for governor
LANSING — State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is running for governor. Nesbitt is the first well-known Republican to enter the race to succeed Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who will be term-limited in 2026. He announced his campaign in a video posted on social media Tuesday.
Senate minority leader Aric Nesbitt will run for Michigan governor
A West Michigan state lawmaker is in the running to be the Republican nominee for governor. Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt R-Porter Township, said he’s getting into the race early in the hopes of building statewide name recognition.
Republican legislator Aric Nesbitt jumps into Michigan governor's race
State Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican from Lawton, has announced his campaign​ for the Michigan governor's race.
Michigan's governor, a possible 2028 candidate, wants to find common ground with Trump
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants a fresh start with President-elect Donald Trump — but also warns that she won't back down over tariffs that she believes would hurt the auto industry in her state.
Senate Minority Leader Nesbitt announces 2026 gubernatorial run
In a video announcement Tuesday morning, Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Porter Twp.) officially became the first Republican candidate to throw his hat into the ring for Michigan governor in 2026.
Republican Aric Nesbitt announces he's running to be Michigan's next governor
Aric Nesbitt, the Republican Senate Leader has a long career in GOP politics. He launched his bid for Michigan governor Tuesday.
The race for Michigan governor & future of Biden's policies
A Michigan republican officially joins the race for governor in 2026. Plus, the former director of Black media for the White House discusses the future of President Joe Biden’s policies with State Sen.
Detroit mayor calls for unity in independent run for governor
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime member of the Democratic Party, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his run for ...
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Is Michigan’s political landscape ready for independent run for governor? Experts think so.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to ditch his Democratic affiliation and run as an independent for governor in 2026 is ...
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Senator Aric Nesbitt announces candidacy for Michigan governor with focus on local issues
Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican who represents Michigan's 20th Senate District, was born and raised in Porter Township. He ...
Buss: Top GOP lawmaker launches run for governor
The established lawmaker announced his candidacy for 2026 on Tuesday morning, the second Republican to throw his hat in the ...
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Michigan Matters: Mayor Duggan and Detroit Auto Show charting new paths
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talked about his decision to run for governor as an independent candidate and leave the Democratic Party on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
Top lawmaker 1st Republican to launch gubernatorial campaign in race to succeed Michigan's Whitmer
Republican state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt announced his candidacy, becoming the first major party candidate in ...