Benson, Duggan target each other in UAW-hosted debate

By: Ben Solis

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 1,392

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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The opening salvo in what is shaping up to be a heated 2026 gubernatorial general election race occurred Monday with a debate hosted by the United Auto Workers — one that put the likely battle between Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Jocelyn Benson and former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, running as an independent candidate, on full display.

Held in Dearborn, the debate also featured Democratic hopeful and current Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, who jockeyed for the …

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