Democrat, Chris Swanson and Michigan governor

Who is Chris Swanson? Sheriff Wants to Succeed Gretchen Whitmer in Michigan
Michigan is a battleground state and the sheriff faces stiff competition in what is likely to be one of the most competitive gubernatorial races in 2026.
Chris Swanson, prominent sheriff and Democrat, announces run for Michigan governor
Genesee County Chris Swanson has told The Associated Press he's launching a Democratic bid to be Michigan's next governor.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson launches Democratic bid for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson kicked off his campaign for governor with fanfare at an event in Flint with his supporters.
Watch full speech as Chris Swanson announces bid for Michigan governor
The room was packed full with hundreds of supporters surrounding a stage at the center of the room. The energy was like that found at a rock concert, but the headliner was Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson as he announced his campaign to become Michigan’s next governor.
Chris Swanson, Flint-based sheriff and primetime DNC speaker, launches bid for governor of Michigan
Democratic Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is the latest candidate to join the race for Michigan governor (AP video: Mike Householder)
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson talks about gubernatorial run
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson discussed his gubernatorial announcement this week with 7 News Detroit Anchor Alicia Smith.
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Genesee County sheriff says he would 'build relationships' as governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is making a bid for the Michigan governor's office. (Feb. 7, 2025) ...
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8 men arrested in GHOST stings
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson highlighted the latest GHOST arrests during a press conference on Tuesday, Jan. 28.