Michigan Attorney General Race 2026 Voter Guide
Explore the candidates vying for Michigan Attorney General in 2026, their backgrounds, key issues, and what to expect in this pivotal race.
michwomen.comThe latest developments in Michigan’s Attorney General (AG) race have been largely about candidate shuffles and who’s emerging as the front-runner in each party.
What’s new (most recent notable headlines)
- Mark Totten (Democratic primary) dropped out of the Michigan AG race, saying he would remain committed to the Democratic nominee rather than continuing his bid. This move was covered as opening a clearer path for other Democrats in the contest.[2]
- Democratic primary field narrowed / intensified: reporting around Totten’s exit highlighted that the Democratic nomination is being contested by Eli Savit, Karen McDonald, and William Noakes, with McDonald described as gaining traction via endorsements from major unions/education groups earlier in the race.[2]
- Republican AG contest remains active: coverage identified Doug Lloyd and Kevin Kijewski as Republican candidates, with an additional note that former GOP AG nominee Matt DePerno said he intended to seek the nomination while facing criminal charges related to an alleged voting-equipment matter.[2]
Party / candidate snapshot (as reflected in recent coverage)
- Democrats: Eli Savit, Karen McDonald, William Noakes (after Totten’s withdrawal).[2]
- Republicans: Doug Lloyd, Kevin Kijewski (and DePerno as a moving/contested factor per reports).[2]
If you tell me whether you mean the 2026 election (open-seat AG race after Dana Nessel is term-limited) or a different cycle, I can tailor the “latest news” summary more precisely.