Abdul El-Sayed headlined a banner day for Michigan progressives. But experts say their primary wins could complicate the general election for Democrats.
Election 2026
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Donavan McKinney ousts Shri Thanedar, vows to deliver for working people
McKinney says his top priorities are universal child care, Medicare for All, and getting corporate money out of politics.
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
Detroit voters OK crucial tax levy that supports the city school district
If voters approve the operating millage, it will maintain funding for things such as staff salaries and classroom supplies.
Posted inElection 2026, Transportation
Wayne county voters approve millage for expanded public transit
The millage renews public transportation for communities already in the SMART system and loops in 17 others that had previously opted out of the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) system.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Shri Thanedar ousted by progressive Donavan McKinney in Michigan House primary
US Rep. Shri Thanedar has lost his reelection campaign to challenger Donavan McKinney, cementing another win for progressive Democrats in Michigan in the primary.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Who is Abdul El-Sayed? What to know about Michigan Democrats US Senate winner
Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s US Senate Democratic primary on Tuesday, toppling US Rep. Haley Stevens. Here’s what to know about him.
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in progressive ‘shockwave’
Abdul El-Sayed narrowly beat Haley Stevens in Michigan’s fiercely competitive US Senate primary.
Posted inElection 2026
LIVE UPDATES: Election turnout expected to be around 20-23%; 100,000 Detroiters voted
The BridgeDetroit team is visiting polling sites throughout the city to talk with voters about candidates, proposals and more. Follow along for updates.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Election 2026
Michigan live election results 2026
See live results courtesy of the Associated Press
Posted inElection 2026, Michigan Government
John James wins Republican primary for Michigan governor over Perry Johnson
Republicans John James and Perry Johnson want to be Michigan’s next governor. Follow live results and analysis of their gubernatorial primary here.