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,
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 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.
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)
‘Protect. Serve. Unify.’ Sheriff Chris Swanson launches campaign for Michigan governor
Chris Swanson, the Genesee County sheriff who entered the Michigan governor race, had a simple ask for Michiganders who are looking for someone to support for Governor in 2026: “Walk with me.” It’s the same message the sheriff shared with thousands after removing his police helmet,
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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Gov. Whitmer announced 70 new jobs brought to St. Clair and Emmet Counties
Gov. Whitmer Announces 70 New Jobs Coming to St. Clair, Emmet CountiesLANSING, Mich,.(WPBN/WGTU) – Today, Governor Gretchen ...
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Democratic Governor Says ‘Unfortunate’ That Convicted Murderer And Rapist Getting Death Penalty
Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said it’s “unfortunate” that Alabama is set to execute a Detroit native sentenced for murder ...
Whitmer follows Michigan House GOP’s lead with new grant transparency rules
Michigan House Republicans are pleased with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s (D-MI) push for earmark transparency, saying she followed ...
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Michigan man convicted of rape, murders executed in Alabama
Demetrius T. Frazier, convicted of murdering a Detroit teen in 1991, was executed by nitrogen gas in Alabama after an unusual ...
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Responds to Rumors About Senate Run: Reports
Gary Peters' exit creates a highly contested U.S. Senate battleground seat expected to be coveted by both major political ...
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Governor Whitmer's 2026 $83.5B state budget priorities emphasize building families up
Governor Gretchen Whitmer proposes an $83.5 billion budget for 2026 to help the people of Michigan, including children.
Alabama inmate Demetrius Frazier set to die by nitrogen; Michigan governor hasn’t acted
Demetrius Frazier’s lawyers are hoping that before he is taken to the execution chamber, MI Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will ask ...
Governor Whitmer’s administration presents 2026 $80B budget
Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s administration is presenting her new $80 billion budget for Michigan. A joint session of the ...
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Governor Whitmer's budget recommendations presented to state legislature
Members of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's staff have presented details of her 2025 and 2026 budget recommendations to ...
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Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson enters 2026 race for Michigan governor
Chris Swanson has been the sheriff of Genesee County since being appointed in 2019. He’s twice been elected to the job, in ...
Whitmer's $83.5B Michigan budget plan boosts education spending, shores up reserves
Michigan budget proposal comes amid high uncertainty as a result of possible federal spending cuts and tariffs directed by ...