Michigan primary: 7 things to watch in US Senate, governor, other elections

Michigan voters will decide one of the most interesting US Senate primaries in the country, governor nominees, tax requests and a data center referendum. Here's what to watch on Tuesday.

By: Lauren Gibbons, Jordyn Hermani and Simon D. Schuster

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: August 3, 2026

Words: 1,646

Last Updated: 1 hour, 33 minutes ago

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Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary election will decide nominees for US Senate, governor, Congress and more
Outcomes will hinge on turnout from key voting blocs and show whether millions in outside spending made a difference
Local races of interest include two competitive US House primaries, a slew of tax hike requests and a data center vote

LANSING — A Senate primary face-off that’s captivated the nation. A wide-open race for governor. Congressional races …

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