Michigan Senate, Aric Nesbitt and Republican leader

Michigan Senate Republican leader enters open race for governor's seat in 2026
Michigan’s top Republican leader in the state Senate announced Tuesday a candidacy for governor, becoming the first high-profile Republican to enter the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
GOP Michigan Senate Leader Aric Nesbitt hopes early start will boost bid for governor
The Van Buren County politician became the first prominent Republican or Democratic candidate to make public their 2026 campaign for governor.
Michigan Senate Republican Leader Nesbitt launches run for governor
Michigan Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt announced early Tuesday morning he is running for governor. Nesbitt was elected to serve as a state senator in 2018. He currently serves Michigan’s 20th Senate District, which represents portions of Berrien, Van Buren, Allegan and Kent counties.
Republican legislative leader Aric Nesbitt announces run for governor
LANSING — State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is running for governor. Nesbitt is the first well-known Republican to enter the race to succeed Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who will be term-limited in 2026. He announced his campaign in a video posted on social media Tuesday.
Republican Aric Nesbitt announces he's running to be Michigan's next governor
Aric Nesbitt, the Republican Senate Leader has a long career in GOP politics. He launched his bid for Michigan governor Tuesday.
Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt will run for Michigan governor
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Michigan GOP lawmaker Aric Nesbitt announces campaign run for governor
Aric Nesbitt has announced his campaign for Michigan governor, entering a 2026 race that is expected to be competitive as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ends her time in that office.
Top lawmaker 1st Republican to launch gubernatorial campaign in race to succeed Michigan's Whitmer
Republican state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt announced his candidacy, becoming the first major party candidate in ...
4 candidates vying to chair the Michigan GOP. Will Trump make an endorsement?
For the first time, candidates are each required to make a $15,000 donation to the state party, with no more than $2,500 ...
GOP political consultant seeks Michigan Republican Party chair
Republican political consultant Scott Greenlee is the latest to announce his campaign to lead the Michigan Republican Party.
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What Michigan officials said about the 4th anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol
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Michigan lawmakers kick off new session with tipped wages, transparency
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Road funding a top priority for Michigan Republicans in upcoming state budget
After Hall unveiled his road funding plan last year, House Democrats introduced three bills to bolster road funding by ...
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Republicans celebrate taking back majority in Michigan House
It’s been a hard few years for Republicans in Michigan, but Wednesday marks a day of victory and unity, state House Speaker ...
Top targets for Michigan GOP reps with Trump in charge: EV incentives, China, Ed Dept.
The wish list carries added weight as the GOP is poised to control both chambers of Congress and the White House once Donald ...