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 Kent, Ionia, Barry, and Eaton counties.
Commentary
After two terms in the House, Republican Representative Gina Johnsen decided to run for a seat in the Michigan Senate. This open seat has a 62.2% Republican base, which makes that primary race the key to who will be elected to represent this district next term.
Republican Candidates:
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- Terence Frewen – Ionia County Commissioner, real estate broker, and small business owner.
- Kaleb Hudson
- Miguel Pilar
- Brandon Strong – Educator
