Garlin Gilchrist announces Democratic bid to become Michigan's first Black governor
Garlin Gilchrist II, a Democrat from Detroit who is Michigan's first Black lieutenant governor, announced he's jumping into the crowded 2026 race for governor on Tuesday. A software engineer by trade,
Garlin Gilchrist announces bid for governor, saying he’s a ‘problem solver’
Gilchrist, seeking the Democratic Party nomination, is the third Democrat to enter Michigan's 2026 gubernatorial race.
Garlin Gilchrist announces run for governor
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist announced Tuesday that he is seeking the Democratic nomination to run for governor. We have more from Rick Pluta.
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist looks to defy Michigan history in bid for governor
Three former Michigan lieutenant governors said it's possible for Michigan's No. 2 official to win a race for governor, but the path is hazardous.
Garlin Gilchrist officially joins Michigan governor race
After it was revealed last week that the Garlin Gilchrist was eyeing a run to replace outgoing Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, he made the news official Tuesday morning.
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist seeks promotion to governor
LANSING — Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II wants a promotion to Michigan’s top government job, launching a campaign for governor Tuesday by touting himself as an engineer who can fix problems.
Lt. Gov. Gilchrist says Trump 'is like an arsonist' as he launches governor campaign
"We must stand tall against these attacks on our people," the lieutenant governor said. "We must fight for what matters. We must protect our people."
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist launches gubernatorial bid in Michigan
Gilchrist is the second-highest ranking elected official in the state, and would be the first black governor of Michigan.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist launches a run for governor, setting up a major 2026 race
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II is running for governor, he announced Tuesday, setting up a Democratic primary clash that includes two prominent statewide officeholders in one of the most tightly divided states.
Michigan Lieutenant Governor Begins Campaign for State’s Top Job
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, a software engineer from Detroit, entered a growing Democratic primary field for governor in a period of uncertainty for his party.
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist launches run for governor
Michigan Lieutenant Gov. Garlin Gilchrist (D) announced Tuesday that he is running for governor in the perennial battleground. Why it matters: The crowded race for the governor's mansion will be among the most closely watched and expensive contests over the next two years.
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2026 Michigan governor race heating up
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - The race for Michigan governor is heating up with another hopeful expected to throw his hat in the ring. Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist could be next to officially add his name to the ...