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POLITICS · OCT 26, 2026

Three Michigan House Races Emerge as Key Toss-Ups

Three U.S. House races in Michigan are classified as toss-ups ahead of the November 3 election, potentially deciding control of the House of Representatives.

Three U.S. House races in Michigan are classified as toss-ups ahead of the November 3 general election, with the outcomes potentially influencing which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives. In the 4th District, incumbent Republican Bill Huizenga faces Democratic state Senator Sean McCann. The 7th District features a high-spending battle between first-term Republican Tom Barrett and Democratic community organizer Will Lawrence, with combined ad spending nearing $60 million.

In the 10th District, Republican Michael Bouchard is competing against Democrat Christina Hines for a seat vacated by John James, who is running for governor. Additionally, Republican Jack Bergman is defending the 1st District against Democrat Callie Barr.

Democrats express optimism about flipping Republican seats, citing low approval ratings for President Donald Trump and ongoing conflicts, including a trade war with Canada and the Iran War. The Michigan Republican Party maintains that there is strong support for its candidates.


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Bill HuizengaSean McCannTom BarrettWill LawrenceMichael Bouchard

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