Michigan Primary Election
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 · 74 days away
U.S. House, U.S. Senate, Governor, statewide offices
What’s being decided
A primary election determines which candidates advance to the November general election. Voters in each party select their nominee, and the winners face each other in the fall.
Michigan holds an open primary — any registered voter may participate, regardless of party affiliation.
Candidates
U.S. Senate
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
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
You can register and vote on Election Day at your polling place.