Michigan Election Results 2026: El-Sayed Wins Senate
Michigan was one of the most-watched states on election night and the main question was simple: who won the Senate seat? This guide gives the Michigan election results for the U.S. Senate and governor’s races, how close the Senate contest was and what it means. It covers results as of November 4, 2026.
Quick Answer
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s U.S. Senate race on November 3, 2026, defeating Republican Mike Rogers, according to Associated Press and CBS News projections. Democrat Jocelyn Benson also won the governor’s race over Republican John James. Counts are unofficial and still changing; official results are certified by Michigan election officials.
Michigan U.S. Senate Result
Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat and former Michigan public health official, defeated Mike Rogers, a Republican and former congressman, for the seat held by retiring Sen. Gary Peters. The Associated Press called the race. Tallies posted early on November 4 showed El-Sayed with roughly 52% of the vote and Rogers with roughly 46%. Libertarian Lydia Christensen drew about 1%.
Different outlets showed slightly different raw totals because counting was ongoing, so treat exact numbers as provisional.
CBS News reports that El-Sayed, 42, is the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate. Rogers, 63, is an Army veteran and former FBI agent who lost the 2024 Senate race to Elissa Slotkin by about 20,000 votes.
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Governor and Other Statewide Results
Democrat Jocelyn Benson, Michigan’s Secretary of State, won the open governor’s seat over Republican U.S. Rep. John James. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was term-limited. Democrat Eli Savit also won the attorney general race over Republican Doug Lloyd, according to Michigan Public’s live coverage.
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How Close Was the Senate Race?
Polling suggested a tight contest. An August Fox News poll of registered voters had Rogers ahead 51% to 47%, within the margin of error. Later polling averages leaned toward El-Sayed. One average showed him ahead by about four points. The result, a lead of roughly six points in early tallies, landed at or somewhat above the late polling.
It was also the most expensive election in Michigan history, with more than $243 million in spending. Republicans had not won a Michigan Senate race since 1994.
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What the Win Means
The Michigan seat was considered a must-hold for Democrats. CBS News projects that Democrats won control of the U.S. Senate in the 2026 elections and Democrats were also projected to win the House. That would give them control of Congress for the final two years of President Donald Trump’s term. Michigan was one piece of that national picture.
When Will Michigan’s Results Be Official?
Election-night totals come from unofficial counts. Margins can shift as late ballots and remaining precincts are added. Final results are certified through Michigan’s official canvass process. Rely on official state and county election offices for certified figures.
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Conclusion
The Michigan election results show Abdul El-Sayed winning the U.S. Senate seat, Jocelyn Benson winning the governor’s race and Democrats keeping the state’s top offices. Totals are still moving, so for the latest counts and certified results, check Michigan’s official election results page and the Associated Press race calls.
