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Saginaw Today
By the People, for the People
Pete Buttigieg Campaigns for Democrat in Michigan Senate Race
Former Transportation Secretary rallies for Chedrick Greene ahead of special election that could flip state Senate majority
Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:20am
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Pete Buttigieg, the former U.S. Transportation Secretary under President Joe Biden, joined a rally in Midland, Michigan to campaign for Democratic state Senate candidate Chedrick Greene. The special election in May could flip the state Senate's current 19-18 Democratic majority if the Republican candidate wins.
Why it matters
The outcome of this special election in Michigan's 35th Senate District could have significant implications for the legislative agenda and power dynamics in the state Senate for the remainder of 2026. A Republican victory would result in a 19-19 tie, while a Libertarian win would introduce a wild-card element to the Senate's political landscape.
The details
Buttigieg, who some experts say could run for president again in 2028, campaigned alongside Democratic state Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks in support of Greene. Greene will face Republican Jason Tunney and Libertarian Ali Sledz in the May special election to fill the seat vacated by Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet, who left to join Congress.
- The special election will be held in May 2026.
- Buttigieg campaigned for Greene on March 18, 2026.
The players
Pete Buttigieg
Former U.S. Transportation Secretary under President Joe Biden and potential 2028 presidential candidate.
Chedrick Greene
Democratic candidate in the Michigan state Senate's 35th District special election.
Winnie Brinks
Democratic majority leader of the Michigan state Senate.
Jason Tunney
Republican candidate in the Michigan state Senate's 35th District special election.
Ali Sledz
Libertarian candidate in the Michigan state Senate's 35th District special election.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This special election in Michigan's 35th Senate District could have significant implications for the state's legislative agenda and power dynamics, with the potential to flip the current 19-18 Democratic majority. The involvement of high-profile figures like Buttigieg and Brinks underscores the race's importance.
