Lieutenant Governor of Michigan
2026 Michigan Governor of Michigan — General Election · November 3, 2026
Filed running mate: John James
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Office: Governor / Lt. Governor 4 Year Term (1) Position
Candidate: James, John / DeBoyer, Jay
Party / incumbent: Republican Party
Filed on: 04/20/2026
Filing method: Petitions
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