Michigan Senate Race 2026
Former Michigan Representative and Senate candidate Mike Rogers is strongly considering a second straight Republican run for the Senate in Michigan, following two-term Democratic Sen. Gary Peters' announcement that he won't seek re-election in the 2026 midterms.
Key Points
- Rogers is a former FBI special agent and chair of the House Intelligence Committee.
- Other potential Republican candidates for the Senate race in Michigan include Rep. John James, Rep. Bill Huizenga, and former NFL head coach Tony Dungy.
- Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer quickly took herself out of consideration.
Pros
- Mike Rogers has the support of President Donald Trump and millions of voters in Michigan.
- Rogers received more votes than any other Republican candidate that has ever run for Senate in Michigan in 2024.
Cons
- Rogers narrowly lost to Rep. Elissa Slotkin in the 2024 election.
- Michigan has not elected a Republican to the Senate in 30 years.