Candidates are emphasizing Medicaid expansion and drug-price caps as national attention grows around Michigan’s open Senate seat and competitive governor and House races.
On August 4, Michigan voters head to the polls for primaries spanning governor, U.S. Senate, and House races that could determine control of Congress.
Representing key ideological divisions, Senate candidates Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed compete for an open seat, while President Trump endorsed John James in the gubernatorial race.
Rep. Hillary Scholten leads District 3 fundraising with more than $2.2 million raised, touting her record on the Affordable Care Act and the Main Street BRIDGE Act.
Incumbent Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga faces primary challenges from Phil Tanis, Ryan Cushman, and Terri DeBoer; Tanis alleged Huizenga's actions made the district unsafe.
Polling stations remain open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 4, as candidates McCann and Diop Harris compete for nominations with $1.6 million and about $7,000 on hand respectively.