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Michigan · Michigan's 8th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Thomas Smith

Republican

Retired engineer (suspended campaign during the primary and endorsed Lemmo)

2026 race · Michigan's 8th District

6% chance of winning · race rated Likely D

94%6%

25% chance of winning · race rated Lean D

75%25%
● Kristen McDonald RivetINC● Thomas Smith
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$547.7K
From individuals
$10.9K
Spent
$137.1K
Cash on hand
$410.5K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026