2026 Michigan gubernatorial election

2026 Michigan gubernatorial election is leading James by 7.6 points. Crosstab's forecast gives election a 91% chance to win.

The 2026 Michigan gubernatorial election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the governor of Michigan. Democratic state secretary of state Jocelyn Benson and Republican U.S. representative John James are the nominees for their respective parties. Democratic incumbent Gretchen Whitmer is ineligible to seek a third term.

Is 2026 Michigan gubernatorial election leading in the polls?

2026 Michigan gubernatorial election is leading James by 7.6 points in the Crosstab average for the 2026 Michigan Governor race, at 48.6% (updated Sep 28, 2026).

What are 2026 Michigan gubernatorial election's chances of winning?

Crosstab's forecast gives 2026 Michigan gubernatorial election a 91% chance of winning the Michigan Governor race.

What party is 2026 Michigan gubernatorial election?

2026 Michigan gubernatorial election is a Democrat.