Through the primary election on August 6, we will highlight races for which the primary is the key race due to the voter base. The candidate’s website, professional information, and a sample of known endorsements are listed when available.
District Overview
The 14th House District is located in Oakland and Macomb Counties. This is one of the districts impacted by the Michigan Supreme Court order to redraw a handful of House districts earlier this year after finding 2021 maps were racially gerrymandered.
Commentary
This district is considered a safe Democratic seat and Representative McFall is running for a second term in office. His primary opponent is a former Mayor of Warren, which will provide him some name recognition in that portion of the district. Whoever wins that primary is all but assured to win in November.
Democratic Candidates:
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- James Fouts – Former Warren Mayor and teacher.
- Representative Mike McFall – State Representative, worked in the nonprofit sector.
Republican Candidate:
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- Barbara Barber