Candidates for Governor
Candidates running for Governor in Michigan.
Aric Nesbitt
Republican
Christopher Swanson
Democratic
Jocelyn Benson
Democratic
John James
Republican
Kim Thomas
Democratic
Mike Cox
Republican
Governor in Michigan
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- January 1, 2026 - July 16, 2026
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