RELEASE: DLCC Announces Michigan Target Races And Additional $500K Investment to Defend Democratic Trifecta

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WASHINGTON — Today, the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) announced our slate of candidates running in target races across Michigan and an additional $500k investment to defend the Democratic trifecta. These thirteen Spotlight candidates provide strong opportunities to defend and build upon the Democratic majority power in Michigan.

The Spotlight candidates unveiled today are

These thirteen candidates join over 180 state legislative candidates in our Spotlight program who are running across the country to build Democratic power and counter MAGA control of state legislatures. Today’s $500k investment to Michigan builds on the over $1.2 million we’ve delivered to the state in the 2023-24 cycle so far. This new investment will help candidates continue to hire staff to knock doors, support voter contact, build strong digital operations, and more.

Defending our majority in the Michigan House this November is critical to maintaining our Democratic trifecta in the state. The new Democratic trifecta in Michigan had a banner year of accomplishments in 2023, passing significant legislation such as passing a red flag law, requiring safe storage of firearms, eliminating asset tests for food aid, and expanding access to Medicaid. This year, Democrats have filed to run in all 110 House districts across Michigan, building momentum and ensuring we have the candidates needed to mount strong campaigns. As Republicans across the country pursue a MAGA agenda and seek to ban abortion, Michigan Democrats are focused on helping families and securing fundamental freedoms.

DLCC Board Member and Michigan Speaker of the House Joe Tate issued the following statement:

“The passionate, dedicated Democratic candidates running for the Michigan House embody the vision, values, and commitment to freedom that will continue to move Michigan forward. As Speaker, I know firsthand that our incredible candidates are already on the doors with voters talking about the work of the Democratic trifecta that has protected reproductive freedom, expanded health care access, and shielded Michiganders from gun violence. I’m confident these are the leaders who are ready to serve with integrity and will be strong voices for opportunity in Lansing. The stakes are high, but we have the best candidates possible to ensure Democrats maintain our trifecta in Michigan.”

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee President Heather Williams issued the following statement:

“Defending the Democratic trifecta in Michigan is a priority for the DLCC to protect the incredible progress made under Democratic majorities. Michigan Democrats in the statehouse passed common sense gun safety legislation, improved access to Medicaid, and protected fundamental reproductive freedoms, demonstrating the transformative impact of Democratic power in the states. Preserving this trifecta could hinge on just a single seat in the state House, which will determine the future of fundamental freedoms for Michiganders.

“The DLCC is proud to uplift these thirteen Spotlight candidates who represent the best opportunities to hold and flip seats to protect Democratic power. By supporting these candidates, the DLCC is working to ensure that Michigan remains a leader in upholding fundamental freedoms and democracy.” 

The DLCC is the official arm of the Democratic Party with the sole mission of building Democratic power in the states and setting the national agenda at the state level. Over the last decade, we have fought cycle-over-cycle to gain a dozen new legislative chamber majorities and we are leading the effort to bring national attention and investment to our ballot level. State legislatures are the building blocks of our democracy and have the closest connections to Americans’ day-to-day lives. From protecting fundamental freedoms and voting rights to growing the middle class, the DLCC and state legislators are moving the Democratic agenda forward and shaping the future of this country.

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