Primary Election Overview: 29th House District

May 21, 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.

Leading up to the August 4 primary, we are highlighting key races shaped by voter demographics in the district. Candidate websites and professional backgrounds are listed when available.

District Overview

The district includes portions of Monroe and Wayne Counties, including parts of Monroe, Taylor, and Romulus, the village of Carleton, Ash and Huron Townships, and a portion of Frenchtown Township.

Commentary

Republican Representative James DeSana is running for a third term in this seat and will face the winner of the two-way Democratic primary race. The district slightly favors the Democratic Party, which has a 52% base.

Democratic Candidates:

    • Darian Counts
    • Rich Li

Related posts:

  1. Five Things We’re Reading
  2. Recall Petition Approved
  3. Five Things We’re Reading
  4. August 8th Primary Election

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