Pete Buttigieg passes on bid for Michigan Senate and governor, setting up possible 2028 run
Pete Buttigieg announced Thursday he will not run for Michigan’s governorship or the state’s open US Senate seat in 2026, setting up a potential presidential bid in 2028.
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says he won’t run for Senate or governor in Michigan
In a blog post, Buttigieg wrote that he "seriously" considered running for office in 2026 but that the Democratic Party has a "deep and talented bench in Michigan."
Buttigieg rules out Michigan governor and Senate bids
Former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg said Thursday that he will not run in Michigan's gubernatorial or Senate races next year. Why it matters: Buttigieg, who said he strongly considered bids in both races,
Former Transportation head Pete Buttigieg declines run to be Michigan governor or senator
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced Thursday that he won't be running for office in Michigan next year.
Pete Buttigieg announces he will not run for Michigan Senate or governor
Pete Buttigieg announced on Thursday that he will not run for Michigan’s Senate seat, opening a path for him to possibly run for president in 2028.
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II announces campaign for Michigan governor
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II launched his campaign for governor of Michigan on Tuesday. On a post on X, formerly Twitter, Gilchrist posted a video discussing his accomplishments as Lieutenant Governor, his goals for Michigan, and his aim to "stand tall for Michigan and deliver for our families."
Buttigieg Says He Will Not Run for Michigan Governor, US Senate
Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Thursday that he will not run for governor in Michigan or U.S. Senate next year. "I remain enthusiastic about helping candidates who share our values - and who understand that in this moment,
Pete Buttigieg decides against running for Michigan US senator or governor in 2026
The former transportation secretary had been considered a top candidate for Michigan's open US Senate seat next year.
Pete Buttigieg says he won't run for Senate, leaving door open for possible White House bid
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg​ announced Thursday he won't seek an open Senate seat in Michigan next year, keeping the door open for a possible White House bid in 2028.
Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not run for U.S. Senate or governor in the state of Michigan, potentially clearing the way to mount a run for president in 2028.
Garlin Gilchrist declares candidacy for Michigan governor race
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist has announced his candidacy for the governor's race. The slate for the 2026 election is ...
Democrat Governor Gretchen Whitmer 'Grateful' After Meeting with Trump
The Democratic Michigan governor released a statement after meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.
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Whitmer, Trump have what governor calls a ‘productive meeting’ at White House
The two discussed jobs, tariffs and the importance of keeping the Great Lakes clean and safe, Whitmer's office stated.
Michigan Lieutenant Governor Begins Campaign for State’s Top Job
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, a software engineer from Detroit, entered a growing Democratic primary field for governor in a ...
Michigan Supreme Court selects new chief justice
The Michigan Supreme Court has selected a new chief justice with the upcoming departure of the current incumbent.