Michigan, Pete Buttigieg and Senate

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says he won't run for Senate or governor in Michigan
Buttigieg wrote that he "seriously" considered running for office in 2026 but that the Democratic Party has a "deep and talented bench in Michigan."
Pete Buttigieg Decides Not to Enter Michigan Senate Race, Leaving Door Open for Possible 2028 Presidential Run
The Indiana native established a permanent residence in his husband's Michigan hometown in 2022, and was seen as a favored candidate to replace retiring Democratic Sen. Gary Peters
Pete Buttigieg, a Possible 2028 Contender, Won’t Run for Senate in Michigan
The former transportation secretary, who moved to Michigan from Indiana in 2022, had been seen as the most prominent potential candidate in next year’s marquee contest.
Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, Michigan governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not run for U.S. Senate or governor in the state of Michigan, potentially clearing the way to mount a run for president in 2028.
Buttigieg Passes on Marquee Michigan Senate Race as Democrats Prepare To Defend Their Home Turf in 2026
The open seat in Michigan further complicates Democrats’ nearly impossible path back to a Senate majority in 2026.
Pete Buttigieg won’t seek US Senate seat in Michigan, leaving door wide open for 2028 run
SAUGATUCK, Mich. (AP) — Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not seek an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, a move that leaves the door wide open for him to seek a much bigger role as his party’s next presidential nominee.
Pete Buttigieg decides against running for Michigan US senator or governor in 2026
The former transportation secretary had been considered a top candidate for Michigan's open US Senate seat next year.
Buttigieg Says He Will Not Run for Michigan Governor, US Senate
Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Thursday that 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,
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Pete Buttigieg passes on bid for Michigan Senate and governor, setting up possible 2028 run
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Michigan set to captivate nation again as battleground state in 2026
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Mike Rogers signals MAGA ties as he nears another Senate run in Michigan
Former Rep. Mike Rogers is expected to announce soon that he's entering the Michigan Senate race next year, and already has ...
Democratic retirements create fresh challenge for hopes of winning back the Senate
New Hampshire Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision to not seek reelection marks the latest bit of tough luck for Senate ...
Jeanne Shaheen won't run for re-election, opening another Democratic Senate seat in 2026
N.H., on Wednesday announced that she will not seek re-election in 2026, kicking off a competitive race to fill her seat.