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Michigan General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · 165 days away

U.S. House, U.S. Senate, Governor, statewide offices

What’s being decided

The general election determines who holds each office. All registered voters may participate. Winning candidates take office in January 2027.

Candidates

U.S. Senate

D
Gary Peters

Democratic · Incumbent since 2015

Gary Peters has represented Michigan in the U.S. Senate since 2015. A former Navy Reserve officer, he chairs the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. He has been a consistent advocate for Michigan's manufacturing and automotive industries.

Governor

D
Gretchen Whitmer

Democratic · Incumbent since 2019

Gretchen Whitmer has served as Governor of Michigan since 2019. A former state legislator, she gained national attention for her COVID-19 response and has since focused on infrastructure investment, reproductive rights, and clean energy.

Voter information

Registration deadline

Register through Election Day

Same-day registration available

You can register and vote on Election Day at your polling place.