Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not run for Senate in Michigan next year, deciding against competing in either the Senate or governor race. He stated that his focus is on supporting a vision for the future, even though he will not be running for office in 2026. By passing on a Senate run, Buttigieg leaves open the possibility of a 2028 run for the Democratic presidential nomination.
During the Biden administration, Buttigieg and his husband purchased a home in Michigan, sparking speculation that he may run for office in the state. His decision not to run for Senate leaves the Democratic primary for the seat wide open, with potential candidates such as State Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Rep. Haley Stevens considering running. Other names mentioned for potential runs include Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Both the gubernatorial and Senate races in Michigan next year are expected to be closely contested, with Michigan being a key battleground state. Republicans are hoping to flip the governor’s mansion and the Senate seat, with candidates such as GOP state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt and former Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers potentially running. Democratic Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has also launched an independent campaign for governor in an attempt to bypass the party primaries.
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