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GOP Michigan Senate Leader to run for governor
A Republican has entered the race for Michigan governor. The current Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is looking to succeed Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Nesbitt grew up on a six-generation dairy and grape farm.
Michigan Senate Republican Leader Nesbitt launches run for governor
Michigan Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt announced early Tuesday morning he is running for governor. Nesbitt was elected to serve as a state senator in 2018. He currently serves Michigan’s 20th Senate District, which represents portions of Berrien, Van Buren, Allegan and Kent counties.
Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor’s seat in 2026
State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is the second well-known candidate to enter the race to succeed Whitmer, who has two years remaining in her final term after being reelected in 2022. The open governor’s seat in 2026 is expected to spark competitive primaries.
Senate minority leader Aric Nesbitt will run for Michigan governor
A West Michigan state lawmaker is in the running to be the Republican nominee for governor. Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt R-Porter Township, said he’s getting into the race early in the hopes of building statewide name recognition.
Michigan Senate GOP leader Nesbitt running for governor
State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt announced Tuesday that he is seeking the Republican nomination for governor on the 2026 ballot. Rick Pluta reports.
Senator Aric Nesbitt announces candidacy for Michigan governor with focus on local issues
Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican who represents Michigan's 20th Senate District, was born and raised in Porter Township. He was the second to announce his campaign, following behind Detroit Mayor and longtime Democrat Mike Duggan, who elected to run as an independent in the race.
Republican legislative leader Aric Nesbitt announces run for governor
LANSING — State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is running for governor. Nesbitt is the first well-known Republican to enter the race to succeed Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who will be term-limited in 2026. He announced his campaign in a video posted on social media Tuesday.
Republican Aric Nesbitt announces he's running to be Michigan's next governor
Aric Nesbitt, the Republican Senate Leader has a long career in GOP politics. He launched his bid for Michigan governor Tuesday.
Republican legislator Aric Nesbitt jumps into Michigan governor's race
State Senator Aric Nesbitt, a Republican from Lawton, has announced his campaign​ for the Michigan governor's race.
Senate Minority Leader Nesbitt announces 2026 gubernatorial run
In a video announcement Tuesday morning, Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Porter Twp.) officially became the first Republican candidate to throw his hat into the ring for Michigan governor in 2026.
First Republican announces run for Michigan governor
Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt said as governor he'll support "taxpayers over the woke left," empower parents and stand with President-elect Donald Trump.
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Michigan Matters: Mayor Duggan and Detroit Auto Show charting new paths
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan talked about his decision to run for governor as an independent candidate and leave the Democratic Party on CBS Detroit’s Michigan Matters.
Buss: Top GOP lawmaker launches run for governor
The established lawmaker announced his candidacy for 2026 on Tuesday morning, the second Republican to throw his hat in the ...
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Gov. Whitmer breaks silence on Mike Duggan's independent run
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer finally talked about Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan's decision to run for governor as an ...
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Is Michigan’s political landscape ready for independent run for governor? Experts think so.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to ditch his Democratic affiliation and run as an independent for governor in 2026 is ...