Jocelyn Benson, 2026 Michigan Governor Democratic candidate
Jocelyn Benson
DEMOCRATIC
Michigan Secretary of State (D)
2019 – Present
Michigan state flag

Michigan 2026 GOVERNOR POLLS

John James, 2026 Michigan Governor Republican candidate
John James
REPUBLICAN
US House of Representatives (R-MI)
2023 – Present

2026 Michigan Governor Polls:

Aggregate of all polls released for Michigan's Governor election between Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James. This page will update the moment new polls are released, including the polling average, projected margin, and survey details.

Year
2026
Race
Governor
State
Michigan
Democratic candidate
Jocelyn Benson
Republican candidate
John James
Incumbent / open seat
Open Seat
Polling average
36.9% D / 33.3% R
Polling average margin
D +3.6
Last updated
12:00 AM on July 3, 2026
Polls included
16
Latest poll
Mitchell Research & Communications — June 13, 2026