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Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan Democratic gubernatorial primary, CBS News projects

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.

CBS Politics By DeJanay Booth-Singleton Aug 5, 2026, 2:55 AM Captured Aug 5, 2026, 4:30 AM

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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.

As of 9 p.m., unofficial results show that Benson was winning with 211,877 votes over Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson's 38,439 votes.

Benson would go head-to-head against Congressman John James, who won the Republican primary.

Democratic Governors Association Chair Andy Beshear released the following statement:

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Content format: straight news
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Outlet context is separate lean-left (-25, 60% confidence). This profile does not change the article grade.

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+10 · 78% confidence

As governor, Jocelyn will tackle corruption, lower the costs of health care, housing, and energy, and always stand up to Donald Trump when he threatens Michigan families and their freedoms.

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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.
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In May 2025, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said Benson violated state law by hosting a campaign press conference in a state building's lobby.

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