Looking Ahead to the Week of October 3 – 9, 2026

Oct 2, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

The Senate has session scheduled for Thursday, while the House doesn’t have session scheduled for the week.

The major party candidates for governor, Democratic candidate Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Republican Congressman John James, will debate on October 6 from 7 to 8 p.m. The debate will be hosted by Wood TV8 in Grand Rapids.

A debate for the open U.S. Senate race is scheduled for October 8 from 7 to 8 p.m. Hosted by WOOD TV8, it will feature Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed and Republican candidate Mike Rogers.

The Michigan Supreme Court begins its 2026-27 session by hearing oral arguments on October 7 and 8.

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