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Michigan · Michigan Secretary of State · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Garlin Gilchrist

Democratic

Lieutenant governor of Michigan (2019–present) (previously ran for governor)

2026 race · Michigan Secretary of State

90% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

90%10%

80% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

80%20%
● Garlin Gilchrist● Anthony Forlini
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Background

Experience
Statewide office or Congress

Links: Wikipedia · Candidate list (source)

Opponents in 2026