June 5th, 20260MACKINAC ISLAND — Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced plans to create a new state department dedicated to arts, culture, tourism and sports if she is elected governor in November.
Benson, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in the Aug. 4 primary election, said the proposed department would help drive...
May 22nd, 20260DETROIT — In a surprise move that significantly reshapes Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial race, former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced Thursday that he is ending his independent campaign for governor.
The decision, which came amid mounting questions about the viability of his candidacy, was welcomed by many Democrats who feared...
January 30th, 20260BIRMINGHAM — Wealthy businessman Perry Johnson has joined a growing field of Republican candidates seeking Michigan’s governorship, pledging to spend heavily on a campaign centered on eliminating the state income tax, fixing schools and making state government more efficient.
Launching his campaign Monday at a restaurant in downtown...
December 25th, 20250DETROIT – Just days before leaving office to focus on his campaign for governor of Michigan, outgoing Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan highlighted his administration’s historic achievement of eliminating approximately 47,000 abandoned homes across the city during a press conference held on Monday. He also pledged to continue investigations...
December 6th, 20241In a bold political move on Wednesday, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced his 2026 campaign for governor as an independent candidate. This marks his departure from the Democratic Party, despite his longstanding ties with the party's leadership, including figures in the White House.
Departure from the Democratic Party
Duggan will...
