Experts say GOP claims of Benson’s influence over elections are overstated and misleading to voters

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: May 5, 2026

Words: 1,272

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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A number of Michigan Republicans — both those seeking the party’s gubernatorial bid and those currently in office — are casting doubt on Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s ability to serve as the state’s chief elections officer in 2026 as she seeks the governor’s office as a Democrat. But former election officials and voting advocates alike are calling that narrative misleading about the way the state’s election law works and Benson’s role — or lack …

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