Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan Democratic primary to replace Whitmer
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson on Tuesday in Michigan’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, clearing the way for her to defend term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer‘s (D-MI) blue seat.
TL;DR
- Jocelyn Benson won the Michigan Democratic gubernatorial primary.
- She defeated Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson with 84.7% of the vote.
- Benson will now defend Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's seat.
- Rep. John James, endorsed by Trump, won the GOP primary.
- James defeated businessman Perry Johnson with 50% of the vote.