Michigan's 1st Congressional District election, 2026

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Michigan's 1st Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: April 21, 2026
Primary: August 4, 2026 General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting in Michigan
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Republican DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican
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All U.S. House districts, including the 1st Congressional District of Michigan, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. The primary is August 4, 2026. The filing deadline is April 21, 2026. For more information about the primaries in this election, click on the links below:

• Michigan's 1st Congressional District election, 2026 (August 4 Democratic primary)
• Michigan's 1st Congressional District election, 2026 (August 4 Republican primary)

Candidates and election results

Note: The following list includes official candidates only. Ballotpedia defines official candidates as people who:

• Register with a federal or state campaign finance agency before the candidate filing deadline
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General election

The primary will occur on August 4, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Zebulon Featherly is running in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Callie Barr, Kyle Blomquist, and Wayne Stiles are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 4, 2026.

		Candidate
		Callie Barr
		Kyle Blomquist
		Wayne Stiles

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman and Justin Michal are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 4, 2026.

		Candidate
		Jack Bergman
		Justin Michal

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Zebulon Featherly

Party: Independent

Incumbent: No

Submitted Biography:  "My name is Zebulon Featherly. I was born and raised in northern Michigan, where I learned early on the value of hard work, honesty, and community. I’ve spent my career in the skilled trades — working as a wind turbine technician and now as an apprentice electrician — which has given me a firsthand look at the challenges working people face every day. I’m running for Congress because I believe regular people deserve a voice that isn’t filtered through political parties or big donors. My goal is to listen to the people I represent and make sure their voices guide the decisions that shape our future."

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Key Messages

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America’s future depends on how well we take care of our people today. By strengthening education, healthcare, and clean energy, we give every American the chance to thrive and keep our nation leading in innovation and opportunity.

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Trust in government comes from openness and accountability. I want to make it easier for people to see where their money goes, how decisions are made, and who’s responsible for the outcomes. Transparency isn’t just good policy — it’s how we start rebuilding faith in our institutions.

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We’ve been divided for too long — by misinformation, by political parties, and by the constant noise in the media. But most of us still want the same things: fairness, opportunity, and a better life for our families. I want to help bring people back together by leading with honesty, listening with respect, and focusing on the values we all share. When we work together, we can build something stronger than any party line.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Michigan

Ballotpedia will publish the dates and deadlines related to this election as they are made available.

Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

America’s future depends on how well we take care of our people today. By strengthening education, healthcare, and clean energy, we give every American the chance to thrive and keep our nation leading in innovation and opportunity.

Trust in government comes from openness and accountability. I want to make it easier for people to see where their money goes, how decisions are made, and who’s responsible for the outcomes. Transparency isn’t just good policy — it’s how we start rebuilding faith in our institutions.

We’ve been divided for too long — by misinformation, by political parties, and by the constant noise in the media. But most of us still want the same things: fairness, opportunity, and a better life for our families. I want to help bring people back together by leading with honesty, listening with respect, and focusing on the values we all share. When we work together, we can build something stronger than any party line.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I’m passionate about healthcare, education, energy independence, and protecting personal freedom. I believe in policies that support working families, expand opportunity, and put people before parties.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

An elected official needs to stay connected to real people and real problems. It’s not about party loyalty or chasing headlines — it’s about listening, learning, and doing what’s right. Honesty, humility, and integrity go a long way in earning trust and making a difference.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

The job is simple at its core: represent your district. That means showing up, listening to your community, and taking their concerns to Washington — not the other way around. A representative should be a messenger for the people, not a mouthpiece for a party or special interests.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I want my legacy to be that I truly represented the people — honestly, fairly, and without party influence.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

My first job was as a mountain bike trail builder during the summer between my junior and senior years of high school. I kept at it for another year after graduating before moving on to other ventures. It was tough, hands-on work, but I loved it — especially getting to ride the trails I helped build. It taught me the value of hard work, teamwork, and creating something others can enjoy.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

My favorite book is The Iron Prince — I find the story and the world it builds absolutely fascinating.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

The House was designed to keep government close to the people. Representatives live and work among the communities they serve and face re-election every two years, which means they should stay accountable and in touch. It’s meant to be the part of government that listens first and acts fast when the people speak.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

Experience can help, but it’s not everything. What matters more is character, common sense, and a willingness to listen and learn. Sometimes people outside of government — who’ve actually worked in their communities and know what real life looks like — bring the kind of perspective Washington needs most.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

One of our biggest challenges will be keeping up with the rapid changes in technology and the economy — and making sure ordinary people aren’t left behind. We need to adapt faster while protecting jobs, privacy, and opportunity. The pace of change shouldn’t outstrip our ability to govern wisely or fairly.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

Two years can be a good balance — it keeps representatives close to the people they serve and gives voters frequent opportunities to hold them accountable. It encourages active listening, responsiveness, and a steady focus on what’s happening at home.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I support term limits. When people stay in office too long, politics starts revolving around keeping power instead of serving the public. Fresh voices bring new ideas and accountability. Elected positions should be a period of service, not a lifelong career.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I’m inspired by leaders who stay humble, listen first, and put their communities ahead of politics. I want to follow that example — being open, honest, and approachable, and making sure people feel heard and represented.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I have a close friend I’ve known since elementary school who’s lost almost all faith in the government. He works hard, pays his taxes, and tries to do the right thing — but he feels like the system wastes his money and no one’s listening to people like him anymore. That stuck with me because he’s not alone. A lot of good people feel disconnected from their own government. I want to help rebuild that trust by focusing on transparency, responsible spending, and showing people that their voices — and their dollars — actually matter.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

Yes — good policy comes from honest conversation and practical compromise. That doesn’t mean giving up your principles; it means finding common ground where you can, so progress actually happens. Too often, party politics turns every issue into a fight instead of a solution.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

That responsibility means making sure every dollar collected from taxpayers is used effectively and transparently. I’d prioritize smart investments in infrastructure, education, and local economies that give people lasting value and opportunity.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

The House should use its investigative powers to keep government honest and transparent — especially when it comes to how tax dollars are spent and who’s influencing decisions. Oversight should focus on uncovering waste, misuse of public funds, and the outsized role of lobbyists and super PACs in shaping policy. Every citizen deserves to know that their money is being used responsibly and that their government answers to them, not special interests.

What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

AI is going to bring some of the biggest changes our country has ever seen — and we need to be ready for it. The government’s role should be to understand these technologies, respond quickly, and create smart policies that protect the working class. We can’t ignore AI or try to ban it; instead, we should focus on using it to improve people’s lives — supporting workers, strengthening education, and keeping opportunity within reach for everyone. With the right approach, AI can be a tool that lifts people up, not one that leaves them behind.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

Zebulon Featherly (Independent)

I’d work to make our elections more accessible, secure, and transparent. Every citizen should be able to vote easily and know their voice matters. Strengthening confidence in our elections strengthens confidence in our democracy.

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Jack Bergman	Republican Party	$1,006,221	$558,269	$558,902	As of December 31, 2025
Callie Barr	Democratic Party	$184,594	$75,889	$116,345	As of December 31, 2025
Kyle Blomquist	Democratic Party	$51,924	$36,099	$15,824	As of December 31, 2025
Wayne Stiles	Democratic Party	$39,223	$38,309	$914	As of December 31, 2025
Justin Michal	Republican Party	$37,981	$30,639	$7,343	As of December 31, 2025
Zebulon Featherly	Independent	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

See also: Race rating definitions and methods

Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: Michigan's 1st Congressional District election, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	2/3/2026	1/27/2026	1/20/2026	1/13/2026
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Michigan in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Michigan, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Michigan	U.S. House	Democratic or Republican	1,000-2,000	N/A	4/21/2026	Source
Michigan	U.S. House	Unaffiliated	3,000-6,000	N/A	7/16/2026	Source

District history

The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.

• 2024
• 2022
• 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) defeated Callie Barr (D), Liz Hakola (Working Class Party), and Andrew Gale (L) in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman (R)	59.2	282,264
		Callie Barr (D)	37.9	180,937
	Submit photo	Liz Hakola (Working Class Party)	1.8	8,497
		Andrew Gale (L)	1.1	5,486

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 477,184
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Bensson Samuel (Independent)

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Callie Barr (D) defeated Bob Lorinser (D) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Callie Barr	58.5	40,787
		Bob Lorinser	41.5	28,936

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 69,723
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Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) defeated Joshua Saul (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman	79.3	92,498
		Joshua Saul	20.7	24,155

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 116,653
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• J.D. Wilson (R)

Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Andrew Gale (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on July 20, 2024.

		Candidate
✔		Andrew Gale

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Working Class Party convention

Working Class convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Liz Hakola (Working Class Party) advanced from the Working Class Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on June 23, 2024.

		Candidate
✔	Submit photo	Liz Hakola

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General election

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) defeated Bob Lorinser (D), Liz Hakola (Working Class Party), and Andrew Gale (L) in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman (R)	60.0	233,094
		Bob Lorinser (D)	37.4	145,403
	Submit photo	Liz Hakola (Working Class Party)	1.4	5,510
		Andrew Gale (L)	1.2	4,592

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 388,599
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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Bob Lorinser (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bob Lorinser	100.0	67,251

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 67,251
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Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman	100.0	111,911
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0%	6

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 111,917
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Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Andrew Gale (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on July 10, 2022.

		Candidate
✔		Andrew Gale

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Working Class Party convention

Working Class convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Liz Hakola (Working Class Party) advanced from the Working Class Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on June 26, 2022.

		Candidate
✔	Submit photo	Liz Hakola

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source
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General election

General election for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) defeated Dana Alan Ferguson (D) and Ben Boren (L) in the general election for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman (R)	61.6	256,581
		Dana Alan Ferguson (D)	36.8	153,328
		Ben Boren (L)	1.5	6,310

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 416,219
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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Dana Alan Ferguson (D) defeated Linda O'Dell (D) in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Dana Alan Ferguson	64.2	45,565
		Linda O'Dell	35.8	25,388

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 70,953
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ryan Ruzziconi (D)

Republican primary

Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Incumbent Jack Bergman (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jack Bergman	100.0	100,716

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 100,716
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Libertarian Party convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1

Ben Boren (L) advanced from the Libertarian Party convention for U.S. House Michigan District 1 on July 18, 2020.

		Candidate
✔		Ben Boren

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source
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District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below is the district map in place for this election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2026

Information about competitiveness will be added here as it becomes available.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is R+11. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 11 percentage points more Republican than the national average. This made Michigan's 1st the 121st most Republican district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.

2024 presidential results in Michigan's 1st Congressional District

Kamala Harris	Donald Trump
39.0%	60.0%

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Michigan, 2024

Michigan presidential election results (1900-2024)

• 13 Democratic wins
• 18 Republican wins
• 1 other win

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020	2024
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See also: Party control of Michigan state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Michigan's congressional delegation as of October 2025.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Michigan
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	6	8
Republican	0	7	7
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	13	15

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Michigan's top four state executive offices as of October 2025.

State executive officials in Michigan, October 2025

Office	Officeholder
Governor	Gretchen Whitmer
Lieutenant Governor	Garlin Gilchrist II
Secretary of State	Jocelyn Benson
Attorney General	Dana Nessel

State legislature

Michigan State Senate

Party		As of October 2025
	Democratic Party	19
	Republican Party	18
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		38

Michigan House of Representatives

Party		As of October 2025
	Democratic Party	52
	Republican Party	58
	Other	0
	Vacancies	0
Total		110

Trifecta control

Michigan Party Control: 1992-2025
Two years of Democratic trifectas  •  Fourteen years of Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
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House	D	S	S	R	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	R

See also

Michigan	2026 primaries	2026 U.S. Congress elections
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Footnotes

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Michigan's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Gary Peters (D)

Elissa Slotkin (D)

Representatives

District 1

Jack Bergman (R)

District 2

John Moolenaar (R)

District 3

Hillary Scholten (D)

District 4

Bill Huizenga (R)

District 5

Tim Walberg (R)

District 6

Debbie Dingell (D)

District 7

Tom Barrett (R)

District 8

Kristen Rivet (D)

District 9

Lisa McClain (R)

District 10

John James (R)

District 11

Haley Stevens (D)

District 12

Rashida Tlaib (D)

District 13

Shri Thanedar (D)

Democratic Party (8)

Republican Party (7)

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