Michigan Democrats keep control of state Senate in election win that offers clues about midterms
Greene’s win keeps Democrats in control of the chamber 19-18 and sets up another vote on the seat in November, analysts said.
- On Tuesday, Democrat Chedrick Greene, a firefighter and Marine veteran, won Michigan's 35th Senate District special election, defeating Republican Jason Tunney, a former prosecutor.
- With Democrats holding a narrow 19-18 majority in the state Senate, Greene's victory was crucial for advancing Governor Gretchen Whitmer's legislative agenda before she leaves office in January.
- The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee invested $250,000 to retain the majority, saying the race would "set the tone for midterms." Voter John Hall, 69, cited the economy as pressing, noting fuel costs between $35 and $40 two months ago.
- Republican Jason Tunney conceded the race, saying he "fell short" but vowed to run again in November. The term expires at year's end, putting the 35th Senate District seat up for reelection this fall.
- Located about 100 miles north of Detroit, the district serves as a microcosm of the Midwest. The contest offers insights into voter sentiment ahead of midterms when Democrats look to regain power in Congress.
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Michigan Democrats keep control of state Senate in election win that offers clues about midterms
Democrat Chedrick Greene has won a special election in Michigan, securing the party’s control of the state Senate through the remainder of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s term.
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