As the dust settles from the 2024 midterm elections, Michigan’s congressional map has shifted slightly, with Republicans making gains while Democrats held onto key seats, The Associated Press reports.
The most notable change came in the 7th congressional district, where Republican Tom Barrett flipped the open seat from blue to red. Barrett, a former state representative and senator, narrowly defeated Democrat Curtis Hertel Jr., a former state senator and legislative director for Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The district, encompassing Lansing, was seen as one of the most competitive in the nation, and the race attracted significant national attention and funding.
Republicans also targeted the 8th district, left open by the retirement of longtime Democratic Representative Dan Kildee. However, Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet, a freshman state senator, successfully defended the seat against Republican Paul Junge, a former news anchor and Trump administration official.
Democratic incumbents in other districts held their seats, including Debbie Dingell, Haley Stevens, Rashida Tlaib, and Shri Thanedar. Republicans also retained their seats, with victories for Jack Bergman, John Moolenaar, Bill Huizenga, Tim Walberg, and Lisa McClain.
The outcome of the 10th congressional district remains uncertain, with a rematch between Republican incumbent John James and Democrat Carl Marlinga. The district, located in the suburbs north of Detroit, was considered a tossup, with both parties pouring significant resources into the race. Marlinga, who lost by a narrow margin in 2022, is hoping to capitalize on the district’s growing competitiveness.
