Voting Trends in Michigan
More voters in Michigan plan to vote by mail than in person on election day, with former President Donald Trump leading President Joe Biden by 4.3 percentage points. The absentee voter turnout is expected to be less than in 2020 but has gained popularity since 2016.
Key Points
- 43.3% of likely voters in Michigan intend to vote via absentee mail-in ballot
- 41.2% plan to vote in person on election day
- Mail-in voting has gained popularity since 2016
Pros
- Convenience for voters
- Increased popularity of mail-in and early voting
Cons
- Tepidness among Republicans about voting in-person