Democratic Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson launches bid for governor
Democratic Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is running for governor of the all-important swing state
Jocelyn Benson enters 2026 governor's race
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, a Democrat who lives in Detroit, announced Wednesday that she's running for governor. The big picture: Benson is the second local candidate to throw their hat into the 2026 governor's race after Mayor Mike Duggan left the Democratic party to run as an independent.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announces 2026 gubernatorial bid
Jocelyn Benson is the first Democrat to announce her candidacy for governor in 2026 after the state voted for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
Benson announces campaign for governor, but may face tough 2026 headwinds
LANSING — Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson made her campaign for Michigan governor official Wednesday, kicking off what is already a hotly contested 2026 campaign. Benson’s campaign is so far light on specifics, but she has said she’ll prioritize reproductive rights, government transparency and investing in new state industries.
Jocelyn Benson Announces Bid to Replace Gretchen Whitmer in Michigan
Michigan's Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announces her candidacy for governor in a bid to replace Gretchen Whitmer.
Jocelyn Benson announces run for Michigan governor
The secretary of state is the first Democrat to announce a run for the seat, joining a field of three official candidates running for Michigan governor so far.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson launches run for governor
Jocelyn Benson, 47, of Detroit, said she wants to be known as "the governor who puts transparency and efficiency at the forefront."
Jocelyn Benson Enters Michigan Governor’s Race
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has officially thrown her hat into the ring for Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial race, setting the stage for what could be a defining moment in the state’s political future.
Maddow Blog | Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 1.22.25: Benson launches gubernatorial campaign in Michigan
In Michigan, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson launched a Democratic gubernatorial candidacy, hoping to succeed Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who cannot seek a third term. A variety of other prominent figures in the Wolverine State have expressed interest in the race,
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