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 Rochester, Rochester Hills, Troy, and Utica, and portions of Oakland and Shelby Townships, and Sterling Heights.
Commentary
Incumbent Republican Senator Michael Webber is running for his second term in the Michigan Senate. He previously served three terms in the Michigan House of Representatives. Republicans have a slight edge in this district with a 52.4% Republican base.
Democratic Candidates:
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- Theresa Brooks – Physician, small business owner, Troy City Council member.
- Brendan Johnson – Former political analyst for the State Department, national security analyst for Elissa Slotkin, and chief of staff for a state representative.
- Ren Nushaj – Attorney.
