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May 4, 2026
Michigan Special Election to Determine State Senate Control and Midterm Insights
- Voters in Michigan's District 35 are casting ballots in a special election to fill a vacant Senate seat, with implications for the state Senate's control.
- Democrat Chedrick Greene, Republican Jason Tunney, and Libertarian Ali Sledz are the main candidates, with the winner serving until the end of the year.
- A Republican victory would create a 19-19 tie in the Senate, complicating legislative efforts for Democrats, while a win for Greene would maintain their slim majority.
2 Sources
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Michigan's special election for control of the state SenateMay 4, 2026 at 1:13 PM · The Hill
- Michigan special election to decide state Senate control and give clues about fall midtermsMay 5, 2026 at 4:32 AM · ABC News