Chris Swanson, prominent sheriff and Democrat, announces run for Michigan governor
Chris Swanson, the high-profile sheriff of Michigan's Genesee County, is launching a Democratic bid to become the battleground state's next governor. First elected sheriff of Michigan’s fifth-largest county in 2020,
‘Protect. Serve. Unify.’ Sheriff Chris Swanson launches campaign for Michigan governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is the second Democrat to step into the race, following Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Expert speaks on chances of Genesee Co. sheriff in 2026 governor election
Now that Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has put in his bid for governor, residents may wonder what his chances are next year.
Chris Swanson, Flint-based sheriff and primetime DNC speaker, launches bid for governor of Michigan
Democratic Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is the latest candidate to join the race for Michigan governor (AP video: Mike Householder)
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson enters Michigan governor race
FLINT, MI – Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has entered the Michigan governor race. The popular law enforcement official announced his plans to run during a Thursday, Feb. 6, news conference at Mott Community College in Flint.
Genesee County Sheriff Swanson announces bid for Michigan governor
Swanson announced on Feb. 6, 2025, he will be running for the state’s governor seat in the 2026 race. He is the second candidate to be running for the Democratic Party. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joined the race earlier in January.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson launches Democratic bid for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson kicked off his campaign for governor with fanfare at an event in Flint with his supporters.
Genesee County Sheriff announces campaign for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is expected to formally announce his candidacy for governor Thursday at around 5:30 p.m., which you can watch live on this page. A potential bid for governor has been in Swanson’s orbit for at least four years.
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Michigan’s first Black lieutenant governor aims higher
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Mike Duggan at MSU: Lansing's New Vision project is as serious as his independent run for governor
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Mayor Mike Duggan visits Lansing Economic Club as race for Governor heats up
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan spoke at the Lansing Economic Club as the race for Governor of Michigan takes shape.
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Sheriff promises to run on platform of ‘protect, serve, and unify’ during governor campaign
The Detroit Lions didn't meet Super Bowl expectations this year, but a little piece of Michigan will still be in the mix in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 9, with a large impact on how you see the game.
Whitmer: Alabama execution of Michigan man is out of my hands
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How Trump’s return is playing for governors
In today’s edition … Senate Dems speak through the night in protest of Trump OMB nominee … 2026 gubernatorial campaigns get ...