Michigan Federal Elections 2026

Explore all federal election races in Michigan for 2026. Compare candidate positions, review voting records, and make an informed decision.

Races in Michigan

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Michigan

2 races tracked

Election Schedule

  • Senate Class 2 — Next election: 2026 UP IN 2026
  • Governor — Next election: 2026 UP IN 2026
  • 13 congressional districts — All up in every even-year election UP IN 2026
  • Next presidential election: 2028 Not up until 2028
  • Senate Class 1 — Next election: 2030 Not up until 2030

2026 Active Races

Gretchen Whitmer
GovernorActiveNov 3, 2026
Governor
Toss-Up★ Flip Potential
Mike Duggan
Mike DugganI20%
vs
Jocelyn Benson
Jocelyn BensonD39%
This is one of five Democratic-held governorships up for election in 2026 in states won by Donald Trump in 2024 (Arizona, Kansas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin). The race is exceptionally competitive with independent candidate Mike Duggan potentially reshaping the dynamics, and Michigan's swing-state status makes this outcome nationally significant.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026
GP
U.S. SenateActiveNov 3, 2026
U.S. Senate
Toss-Up★ Flip Potential
MR
Mike RogersR44.6%
vs
Mallory McMorrow
Mallory McMorrowD44.2%
vs
Abdul El-Sayed
Abdul El-SayedD42.3%
vs
Haley Stevens
Haley StevensD45.5%
📊 Latest general election polls show competitive matchups. Emerson (Jan 2025): McMorrow leads Rogers 46-43; Stevens leads Rogers 47-42; El-Sayed ties Rogers 43-43. Glengariff (Jan 2026): Stevens leads Rogers 44-42; McMorrow trails Rogers 42.4-45.7; El-Sayed trails Rogers 41.6-48.Emerson College Polling/Nexstar Media, 2025-01-25
Michigan is one of two Democratic-held Senate seats in states Donald Trump won in 2024, making it critical for Republican flip opportunities and Democratic defense in a midterm environment favorable to the party out of power.
Last updated: Apr 6, 2026