Jocelyn Benson beats John James in Michigan governor’s race

Democrat Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan governor's race and will replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

By: Simon D. Schuster

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 1,681

Last Updated: 5 days, 4 hours ago

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Democrat Jocelyn Benson beats Republican John James in Michigan governor’s race
Benson, currently the secretary of state, will replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, also a Democrat
She will inherit a state with some significant challenges, including struggling schools, sluggish population and economic growth

LANSING — Jocelyn Benson is poised to become Michigan’s 50th governor after soundly defeating Republican John James amid a surge of support for Democrats throughout Michigan.

Benson won by nearly …

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