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May
21
2026
PRESS RELEASE

STATEMENT: Benson Statement on Mike Duggan Dropping Out of the Race for Governor

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:


“I want to thank Mayor Mike Duggan for what he brought to this race and for his years of service to Detroit. At a time when politics can feel divided and cynical, we need more civility, more listening, and more people willing to work together to move our state forward. I welcome Mayor Duggan’s ideas, his supporters, and everyone who believes Michigan’s future is bigger than division — and that it can be a place where anyone can afford to live, work, and thrive. We may not always agree on everything, but we share a commitment to building a stronger Michigan. And that work continues in this campaign.”

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