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<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson announced her campaign has raised $10.8 million since she launched – almost $4 million more than any other non-incumbent Democratic candidate for governor in Michigan history at this point in the cycle. Since the last fundraising deadline, the campaign has brought in nearly $5 million, including $3.2 million in the 58 days since the Independent candidate dropped out of the race, and has $6.4 million cash on hand.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Announces Record-Breaking $10.8 Million Raised Since Campaign Launch</h4>

<p>Today, on the first day of the general election, Secretary of State and Democratic Nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson was joined by Democratic Governors Association (DGA) Chair and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear for events across Metro Detroit. As Democrats across the state rally behind Jocelyn’s candidacy, Governor Beshear is the latest national leader to endorse Team Benson and join her broad coalition of Michigan leaders, labor organizations, and advocacy groups that are ready to send Jocelyn to the governor’s seat.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Hosts Roundtable Discussion, Rallies with Democrats alongside Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson launched her statewide Thrive in Michigan tour on Monday with a townhall in Traverse City. Top of mind for residents: Housing.&nbsp;Too many families and young people...</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson Addresses Housing Affordability Crisis in Traverse City Townhall</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson rallied a crowd of hundreds of UAW members in Detroit to share <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/x5hEJt5eEYx?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plans</a> to lower costs, and to fight for working Michiganders as governor. Earlier this month, the UAW <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/2bFH6KFUQnt?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn for governor because of her commitment to stand with Michigan workers against corporate interests and billionaires.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Commits to Being a Governor for Working Michiganders at UAW</h4>

<p>After winning every county in Michigan and more than 80% of the vote in the August primary, Jocelyn Benson is carrying that momentum into the general election with nearly $1.8 million raised in only five weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Continues Record-Breaking Fundraising One Month Into General Election </h4>

<p>New reporting from the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=18e90efe1d&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Detroit Metro Times</a> details Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson’s “strict” guardrails that will ensure transparency and local involvement in projects, keep energy costs low for communities, protect Michigan’s natural resources, and require union labor.&nbsp;</p><p></p>

<h4>Detroit Metro Times: “Benson Takes on Data Center Boom with Stricter Safeguards”</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson joined State Rep. Natalie Price at a grocery store in Ferndale for a roundtable discussion about rising food costs. From the gas pump, to the doctors office, to the grocery store, Michiganders have been drowning under skyrocketing costs. Now, thanks to the latest round of <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/h3RzU8XYkBZ?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">John James Tax</a> hikes, Michiganders are shouldering yet another Republican-made price hike.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Hears from Local Grocery Store Owner and Customers Drowning Under “John James Tax” Hike on Groceries</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson spoke with small business owners in Flint who are losing customers and facing higher costs amidst the latest round of “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/gaC3U5eYcEw?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">John James Tax</a>” hikes.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Hears From Small Business Owners Drowning Under “John James Tax” Hikes</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her running mate in the race for the next Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Michigan: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Names Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks as Running Mate in Campaign to Lower Costs</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her running mate, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks. Bringing over a decade of legislative experience to the ticket, Leader Brinks was praised across the state as a “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/TMVZTKVPc8Z?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">veteran lawmaker</a>” thanks to her “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/CDyrXD1foqh?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">sweeping</a>” track record of delivering historic change for Michiganders. As the first woman to represent Grand Rapids in the state Senate since 1921 and the first woman to lead the state Senate, Brinks is no stranger to delivering results for Michiganders.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson and Brinks Will Work Together to Bring Down Costs for Michiganders and Win Back The Democratic Trifecta</h4>

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<p>Yesterday in Southfield, to wrap up Women’s History Month, Secretary Jocelyn Benson joined over 250 Fems for Dems members for a community conversation to celebrate the strength and resilience of women in Michigan with the spirit...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson, Fems for Dems, Hold Women’s History Month Event With Over 250 Women in Southfield</h4>

<p>Today, Detroit's former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Detroit’s Former U.S. Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>In a new op-ed in the <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/Hn7UgjWfStf?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Chronicle</a>, Jocelyn Benson marks Juneteenth by outlining how she will work to deliver on the promise of the civil rights movement as governor. She believes economic opportunity is key for all Michiganders’ ability to thrive. That’s why she’s developed a real plan to lower costs, raise wages, and invest in every community across our state—creating more opportunities to build wealth and build a future in our state.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson on Juneteenth: “Every Michigander Deserves to Build Wealth, Raise a Family, and See Themselves in the Future of this State”</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson and her running mate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, traveled across Michigan – from Southfield to Marquette – to highlight their <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/sFCMc5sA9wy?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to bring quality, affordable healthcare to every zip code in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Traveling the State, Benson and Brinks Remain Focused on Protecting Access to Affordable Healthcare </h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA), which represents over 14,000 members who build our state’s roads, bridges, transit, and energy sources, endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. In their...</p>

<h4>Michigan Laborers’ District Council (LiUNA) Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, EMILY’s List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, endorsed Jocelyn Benson in the race for Governor of Michigan. “EMILYs List is proud to support Jocelyn Benson...</p>

<h4>EMILYs List Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>This week, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson and her running mate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, slammed John James for backing Trump’s unaffordable tariffs at events across the state.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson and Winnie Brinks Slam “John James Tax” at Events Across Michigan</h4>

<p>In response to Donald Trump’s complete disregard for working Michiganders who rely on federal funding for healthcare, housing, food, and more,<strong> Jocelyn Benson</strong> released the following statement:&nbsp;“President Trump’s sweeping, nonsensical decision to pause critical federal...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Statement on Donald Trump Pausing Federal Dollars for Thousands of Working of Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson met with Michiganders in Flint, Bay City, and Saginaw to share her vision for Michigan. &nbsp;Benson is the only candidate for governor who has released a thorough <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=3fa680f15c&amp;e=486aa7a2e0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">agenda</a> to lower healthcare costs for all Michiganders and improve maternal healthcare.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Discusses Maternal Healthcare in Flint, Meets with Michiganders in Bay City and Saginaw</h4>

<p>New reporting by <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/isZIsNuMQ5S?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Bridge Michigan</em></a><em> </em>exposed John James’ healthcare record — confirming he’s voted at least three times to raise the healthcare costs of Michiganders. In January, Jocelyn declared healthcare the “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/nhRSyFo53KX?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">defining issue</a>” of the race and is still the only candidate with a real plan to lower medical bills, improve outcomes, and expand access to lifesaving care. While Jocelyn is laser focused on lowering costs, James has spent his time in Congress voting to rip away Michiganders’ healthcare and raise premiums on thousands.</p>

<h4>🚨FACT CHECK, TRUE: John James Voted to Increase Michiganders’ Healthcare Costs Three Times</h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) Michigan <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/eyTMUyPhtoQ?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. The state federation of labor represents over 1,000,000 active and retired members of 40+ unions throughout the state.</p>

<h4>Michigan AFL-CIO, Representing 40+ Unions in Michigan, Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Last night, Secretary of State and Democratic Nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson joined MS Now’s <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/GbeVGOF7Y4s?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi</em></a> to discuss the Democratic tickets’&nbsp; shared goal: making life more affordable for Michiganders and serving as guardrails against the cruelty and chaos happening at the federal level. For the last 18 months, Jocelyn has traveled the state sharing her comprehensive plans to bring down costs, grow the economy, and, along with the rest of the Democratic ticket, ensure government is working for the people – not corporations or Donald Trump.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Jocelyn Benson Lays Out Michigan Democrats’ Agenda: Lower Costs, Higher Wages, &amp; Protecting Michiganders’ Rights</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Jocelyn Benson unveiled <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=f16d4ba0f7&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plan</a> to lower the cost of housing and build more homes across Michigan, so that every Michigander can afford a home in the community where they live and work.</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Is the Only Candidate with a Plan to Lower Housing Costs</h4>

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<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson met with seniors at Gateshead Crossing and Dickerson Manor in Detroit to share <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/9twKELkEjCT?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her plans</a> to lower costs and make life more affordable in Michigan.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Meets with Detroit Seniors, Outlines Plan to Make Life More Affordable</h4>

<p>Today, Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri, State Senators Darrin Camilleri and Paul Wojno, and State Representative Laurie Pohutsky endorsed Jocelyn Benson for governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Michigan House Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri, State Lawmakers Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks officially became the Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, joining Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson at the top of the ticket. Michigan Democrats from across the state rallied around her today at the party’s convention in Lansing.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>IT’S OFFICIAL: Winnie Brinks Becomes Democratic Nominee for Lieutenant Governor with Resounding Support&nbsp;&nbsp;</h4>

<p>Following today’s announcement that Mike Duggan has dropped out of the race for governor, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson released the below statement:</p>

<h4>STATEMENT: Benson Statement on Mike Duggan Dropping Out of the Race for Governor</h4>

<p>Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson is the only candidate for governor with a <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=c6c8a64f30&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to lower healthcare costs and voters are taking notice. It’s clear that Benson’s plan is resonating with voters, especially as other candidates continue to support higher healthcare costs and massive cuts to Medicaid.</p>

<h4>MANISTEE NEWS: “Benson’s [Healthcare Affordability] plan offers hope”</h4>

<p>Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson raised another $1 million from thousands of supporters across Michigan to bring her total 2025 fundraising haul to $5.8 million – once again shattering records in Michigan’s open governor’s race.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson for Governor Raised Nearly $6 Million in 2025, Outraising Entire Field</h4>

<p>Ahead of the Michigan Democratic Party’s endorsement convention this weekend, the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=c54e38df75&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Advance</a> highlighted gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson’s legacy as Secretary of State, an office she reshaped into a national model for saving people time and money.</p>

<h4>“Jocelyn Benson’s Approach to Good Government: Get Out of the Way Unless You’re Needed”</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson announced her new running mate, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks. The Benson-Brinks partnership was met with enthusiasm from elected officials, nonprofits, labor organizations, and other leaders across the state who pointed to Brinks’ reputation as a strong leader and an effective legislator, and recognized her as the best possible candidate for the job.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Announcement of Benson-Brinks Ticket Met with Widespread Enthusiasm from Community Leaders, Nonprofits, and Labor Groups</h4>

<p>Today, the Detroit Original Eastside Slate <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/HTIuqh6XOaP?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson for governor of Michigan. The Eastside Slate has long advocated for the residents of Detroit and fought to ensure their voices are heard at all levels of government. They are committed to elected leaders who will deliver on economic equality and invest in all Detroiters.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Detroit Original Eastside Slate Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, End Citizens United (ECU) endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor.&nbsp;“Secretary Benson has consistently demonstrated the courage and commitment needed to move Michigan forward in these unprecedented times,” <strong>said End Citizens United...</strong></p>

<h4>End Citizens United Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/CPMsIIraGfc?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">announced</a> the endorsement of former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, who is joining her in Traverse City for a "Pints and Politics" conversation focused on lowering costs for Michigan families, defending democracy, and building an economy where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.</p>

<h4>Pete Buttigieg Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor in Traverse City</h4>

<p>Today, on Day 6 of her statewide “Costs Down, Wages Up” tour, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson gained the endorsement of the Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) and unveiled her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/bgI7MTSDrNf?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">environmental plan</a> alongside local leaders, elected officials, and Michiganders. Jocelyn is fighting for a future where Michigan’s Great Lakes are protected from pollution and aging infrastructure, clean energy creates good-paying union jobs without raising costs, and communities are safeguarded from environmental harm.</p>

<h4>Benson Rolls Out Environmental Plan in Grand Rapids, Earns Michigan LCV Endorsement</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=02b80ada09&amp;e=206b67a443" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">submitted</a> 30,000 petition signatures, more than double the amount required, to earn her place on the ballot. With support from every corner of Michigan, Jocelyn is building a powerful coalition to win in November.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Submits Maximum of 30,000 Signatures to Qualify for the Ballot</h4>

<p>Jocelyn Benson has grown her war chest to $1.9 million since launching her campaign for Governor. With over 14,000 individual contributions and an average donation of $47 since the campaign’s January 22 launch, Secretary Benson’s vision...</p>

<h4>Benson for Governor Has Nearly $2 Million War Chest as New Poll Confirms Benson is the Frontrunner in 2026</h4>

<p>In a new op-ed in the <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=aa58546593&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michigan Chronicle</a>, Jocelyn Benson outlined the impact of the&nbsp; Supreme Court’s decision to gut the Voting Rights Act last week and called on the state legislature to pass the Michigan Voting Rights Act.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Reintroduces Michigan Voting Rights Act, Lays Out Case for Additional Protections</h4>

<p>Today, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson toured the Macomb Community College M3 Facility, the Rising Stars Academy, and then hosted a roundtable with educators and local leaders to discuss ways the next governor can better support our teachers and set students up for success in the job market.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Meets with Educators, Tours Postsecondary Education Schools, Highlights Importance of Supporting Special Education</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson held a press conference alongside healthcare workers in Marquette at the site of the former Marquette Planned Parenthood — one of the four clinics forced to close their doors last year due to Republican-backed cuts to healthcare. Jocelyn discussed her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/11C_UO_rLgm?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plans</a> to expand access to affordable, quality healthcare and tackle the growing physician shortage and healthcare deserts across the Upper Peninsula.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Joins Healthcare Workers, Patients in Marquette, Shares Plans to Expand Healthcare Access in Upper Peninsula</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson delivered her victory speech after officially becoming the Democratic Nominee to be the next Governor of Michigan. In her speech, Jocelyn outlined her plan to build a more affordable Michigan and laid out the stakes of the general elections: who do Michiganders want their next governor working for? The people, or the highest bidder.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>TRANSCRIPT: Jocelyn Benson Delivers Victory Speech After Winning Democratic Nomination for Michigan Governor&nbsp;</h4>

<p>Yesterday, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson won the Democratic Nomination to be the next Governor of Michigan in a landslide victory – securing 84% of the vote, and receiving the most votes of any candidate in a statewide primary in Michigan history.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Jocelyn Benson Enters General Election Ready to Win After “Landslide” Victory</h4>

<p>As absentee ballots go out in Michigan, Jocelyn Benson joined <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/UZnxGskV4uZ?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Electorette</a> to discuss the major challenges facing Michiganders — ranging from sky high costs to threats to their rights and freedoms. Jocelyn shared how she has fought to protect voters as Secretary of State, and how she will continue that work as Governor during this critical moment for democracy.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>LISTEN: Jocelyn Benson Outlines the Stakes of the 2026 Election as Ballots Go Out in Michigan</h4>

<p>Last night, Congressman John James <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/ZaOimKA9vWP?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voted against</a> a resolution to end Donald Trump’s disastrous and costly War in Iran. <strong>Secretary of State and Democratic Nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson</strong> released the following statement in response:</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Statement on John James Voting Against Ending the Iran War and Lowering Costs for Michiganders</h4>

<p>During a new interview on CBS’s <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=01a9453f01&amp;e=57368f8389" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Takeout</a>, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson discussed her work protecting the safety and security of Michigan’s elections, even amidst threats of violence against herself and her family.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Benson Discusses Her Fight for Safe, Secure Elections Even in the Face of Threats</h4>

<p>Today, South West Michigan leaders including the Mayor of St. Joseph, school board members, and the president of the Michigan Alliance for Retired Americans endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor. These...</p>

<h4>Southwest Michigan Leaders Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson joined the Southern Wayne County Chamber for a discussion on her plans to make Michigan the best place to live, work, build a business, and raise a family.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Lays Out Economic Development Vision at Southern Wayne County Chamber Forum</h4>

<p>oday, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy endorsed Jocelyn Benson for Governor of Michigan.&nbsp; “I’m incredibly grateful for the support of Prosecutor Worthy in this campaign,” <strong>said Jocelyn Benson.</strong> “She is the epitome of legal courage...</p>

<h4>Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters endorsed Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. The group, which represents over 14,000 carpenters, floorlayers, and millwrights across the state, praised Jocelyn’s ironclad commitment to protecting workers’ rights, her track record of making government work for the people, and her plan to lower costs and raise wages.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, after all candidates filed <strong>Benson Campaign Manager Nikki Goldschein </strong>released the following statement:&nbsp; “Today’s fundraising reports make clear that Jocelyn Benson is the strongest candidate to win the Democratic primary for Governor and take on</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Has Strongest Fundraising Haul of the Field, Most Cash on Hand</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson joined the Detroit Economic Club to share her vision of Michigan as the economic engine of the Midwest, and the best place in the nation to live, work, and raise a family. Covering topics from data centers, to healthcare, to education, Jocelyn shared her plans to bring down costs, diversify our economy, and protect communities.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Shares Her Vision for Michigan, Slams James’ Failed Economic Record at Detroit Economic Club</h4>

<p>Today, Jocelyn Benson is launching her “Road to Trifecta” tour, campaigning alongside candidates in battleground state legislative districts across Michigan. The tour builds on Benson’s “Costs Down, Wages Up” tour, where she met with voters to share her plans to lower costs, raise wages, and make Michigan the best place to call home.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Kicks Off “Road to Trifecta” Tour</h4>

<p>Today, Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/1ABmsAEI475?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsed</a> Jocelyn Benson to be the next Governor of Michigan. Hammoud joins a broad coalition of mayors, city leaders, and labor organizations who recognize Benson’s track record of delivering for Michiganders and her laser focus on bringing costs down, wages up, and making government work for the people who need it.</p>

<h4>WATCH: Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson joined Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti for a tour of Palmer Park Preparatory Academy in Detroit. Jocelyn met with teachers, administrators, and students, sharing her <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/I4UuKpbAbdD?e=567d77d2b6&amp;c2id=32860a37e343d09d0b23e40366da756a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">plan</a> to reform the education system so that every child in Michigan has access to a world-class education that prepares them for the future.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Tours Detroit Public School, Shares Plans to Transform Education in Michigan</h4>

<p>During an <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=2aedc337f5&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">interview</a> on MS NOW’s The Weekend, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson slammed Donald Trump and the Department of Justice’s latest attempt to sow seeds of doubt about past elections.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>WATCH: Benson Slams Trump and DOJ’s Latest Attempt to Sow Seeds of Doubt About Past Elections</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson held a roundtable discussion with small business owners and local nonprofit leaders in Flint, to discuss the challenges facing small businesses in the wake of the latest round of “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/a5f_THL2GGK?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">John James Tax</a>” hikes. The Trump-James tariffs bring yet another man-made price hike that leaves small businesses vulnerable, unable to compete, and forced to choose between shutting their doors, laying off staff, and charging patrons more.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson, Small Business Owners Discuss Sky-High Costs Because of “John James Tax”</h4>

<p>Today, the Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus has proudly endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for Governor of Michigan.</p>

<h4>Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p><em>“I will work tirelessly every day to ensure that every Michigander knows, no matter what party they belong to, no matter where they live, that I work for them.” </em>Yesterday, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson rallied close...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Touts Campaign Milestones, Lays Out Vision for Michigan at “One Year Out” Campaign Event</h4>

<p>On the heels of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s gubernatorial kick-off, Democratic state lawmakers endorsed Secretary Benson for Governor. Her endorsers include Democratic members of the legislature from across Michigan. “I am incredibly honored...</p>

<h4>Michigan State Lawmakers Endorse Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson kicked off her “Costs Down, Wages Up” statewide tour with events across the Detroit metro area. Benson is campaigning to lower costs, raise wages and build a Michigan where everyone can thrive.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Benson Kicks Off “Costs Down, Wages Up” Statewide Tour in Detroit Alongside Michiganders</h4>

<p>Last week, during the Michigan Education Association gubernatorial forum, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson shared her plans to make Michigan’s public schools the best in the country. Her personal story as a former educator, the daughter of special education teachers, and a mom – and her commitment to always standing up to protect Michiganders’ rights and freedoms – resonated with MEA attendees in the audience.</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Benson Impresses at Michigan Education Association Forum<br></h4>

<p>Over the weekend, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson led a group of Michigan lawmakers on a trip to Selma for the 61st Jubilee and march on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Every year, Benson travels to Selma to march and recommit to continuing the work of the Civil Rights Movement. </p>

<h4>Benson, Michigan Lawmakers Travel to Selma for 61st Jubilee and March on the Edmund Pettus Bridge</h4>

<p>Today, on the heels of her landslide primary victory, Secretary of State and gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson announced that she will participate in two televised debates in Detroit and Grand Rapids in October.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Agrees to Two Televised General Election Debates</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and Democratic nominee for Governor Jocelyn Benson held a roundtable with State Senator Sarah Anthony and Lansing community members to discuss the growing consequences of the James-backed cuts to healthcare that are forcing hospital closures and driving medical bills up.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson, Sen. Sarah Anthony Share Plan to Tackle Skyrocketing Healthcare Costs After Federal Cuts&nbsp;</h4>

<h2>Data Centers</h2>

<p><a href="https://us.list-manage.com/w8b2JvbiNTQ?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">New pollin</a><a href="https://us.list-manage.com/420wKM6uFJ9?e=206b67a443&amp;c2id=b03e5337684422656f72d19755ec5f0e" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">g</a> conducted by Mitchell Research &amp; Communications shows Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson with an overwhelming 12 percentage point lead in the race for governor. The poll, commissioned by MIRS, shows Benson pulling away from the rest of the field as enthusiasm surges for her plans to lower costs, raise wages, and protect the rights of all Michiganders.</p>

<h4>New Poll Shows Jocelyn Benson with Dominant, Double-Digit Lead in Governor’s Race</h4>

<p>Today, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 26, the West Michigan Stagehands Union, endorsed Jocelyn Benson as the next Governor of Michigan. IATSE Local 26 praised Benson’s track record of standing up to anyone, including the President, to deliver for Michiganders and her laser focus on lowering costs and raising wages.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>West Michigan Stagehands Union (IATSE 26) Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Governor</h4>

<p>In response to growing concerns from Michiganders about the spread of Flock cameras, and fears of privacy invasion, <strong>Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson</strong> released the below statement:</p>

<h4>STATEMENT: Jocelyn Benson on Flock Cameras Invading Michiganders’ Privacy</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson unveiled her <a href="https://jocelynbenson.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43a4c8630d5394806474bb6b1&amp;id=f6b738994f&amp;e=4ca3c643a9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">energy affordability agenda</a> with events in Saginaw and Detroit.</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Rolls Out Energy Affordability Plan with Michiganders and Elected Leaders in Saginaw and Detroit</h4>

<p>During <a href="https://us.list-manage.com/GqNjK1CR7yZ?e=4ca3c643a9&amp;c2id=3b845e8c771d416001b0bd31decfe025" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">an interview</a> on WDET, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson laid out her vision for a more affordable state and shared stories from Michiganders struggling under skyrocketing costs.</p>

<h4>LISTEN: Benson Vows to Lower Costs, Stand Up for Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson toured new affordable housing facilities in Lansing and shared her plan to drive down the cost of housing. During her visit at the Lansing Housing Commission, Benson toured two of their new buildings – the 220 Riverview Apartments and the Grand Vista Place Apartments.&nbsp;</p>

<h4>In Lansing, Benson Tours New Affordable Housing Units, Shares Plan to Lower Costs for Michiganders</h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson discussed her plan to lower the cost of housing for Michigan families with former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins, local leaders, housing advocates, and residents.</p>

<h4>In Detroit, Benson, Saunteel Jenkins, and Local Leaders Discuss Housing Affordability Crisis</h4>

<p>Today, former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm endorsed Jocelyn Benson for governor of Michigan. Granholm is the second former Michigan governor to endorse Benson.</p>

<h4>Former Governor Jennifer Granholm Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor</h4>

<p><em>“Just like I reformed our Secretary of State offices, I know how to take on big issues in education and get things done.” </em>Yesterday, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson previewed her comprehensive plan to bring Michigan’s public...</p>

<h4>Jocelyn Benson Previews Education Agenda at Saginaw Roundtable with Education Leaders, Parents, Students</h4>

<p>Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson kicked off her gubernatorial campaign last week with overwhelming support from Michiganders across the state. She made her vision for the future of Michigan clear in her campaign ad “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02ciyVciMWc">Fair Shot</a>”...</p>

<h4>ICYMI: Jocelyn Benson Launches Gubernatorial Campaign with Momentum and Support Across Michigan</h4>

<p>Today, Senate Majority Leader and Democratic Nominee for Lieutenant Governor Winnie Brinks held a roundtable with small business owners in Traverse City to discuss the impacts of the latest “<a href="https://us.list-manage.com/pC6o5YITnky?e=486aa7a2e0&amp;c2id=c02a5449d7dc1fffaf207242f3f645e7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">John James Tax</a>” hikes. Michigan’s small businesses, which are already struggling with high utility and operating costs, are now facing higher prices thanks to the latest round of reckless Trump-James tariffs on Canada – forcing them to cut staff, raise prices, or close their doors. John James has repeatedly backed these unaffordable tariffs that are hurting the economy, and has refused to call them out for what they are: a tax on Michiganders.&nbsp;</p>

<h4> Winnie Brinks Joins Small Business Owners in Traverse City to Discuss Crushing “John James Tax” </h4>

<p>Today, Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson took part in the Michigan Education Association’s gubernatorial candidate forum where she shared her vision to make Michigan the best place to be a kid, raise a kid, and call home with fellow educators and union members.</p>

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