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Michigan Democrats look toward a future that some hope includes Pete Buttigieg

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has fielded calls from Michigan Democrats urging him to run for governor in 2026 .

Michigan Democrats are charting their path forward after significant setbacks in 2024 election.

Buttigigieg moved to Michigan to be closer to his husband's family, he said in an interview with The Associated Press .

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II is also considering a gubernatorial bid and has assembled a team to explore the possibility.

There also are a number of dark horse candidates, including Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson .

Swanson , who spoke at the Democratic National Convention in August , recently told the AP that he has a “team doing due diligence” about a possible run.