One likely Republican candidate is Mike Rogers, who narrowly lost to Democrat Elissa Slotkin in an open U.S. Senate contest last year. Other Republicans considering bids are Rep. Bill Huizenga of Holland Township and 2022 gubernatorial nominee Tudor Dixon of Norton Shores.

Former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg said Thursday that he will not run in Michigan's gubernatorial or Senate races next year. Why it matters: Buttigieg, who said he strongly considered bids in both races,

Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a potential candidate for president in 2028, said on Thursday he will not run for governor in Michigan or U.S. Senate next year. "I remain enthusiastic about helping candidates who share our values - and who understand that in this moment,