Candidates are making their closing arguments in the heated Michigan Senate race

NPR | By Sam Gringlas

Published October 30, 2026 at 5:12 PM EDT

The race for Senate in Michigan could be key in deciding which party wins the majority. With less than a week until voting closes, candidates are making their closing pitches to voters.

Sam Gringlas

Sam Gringlas is an NPR Congressional Reporter.

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