ZEELAND, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – 4th District Republican Congressman Bill Huizenga has ended months of speculation, announcing Wednesday that he has decided not to run for the U.S. Senate in Michigan
Huizenga posted on X, “After careful consideration with Natalie and my family, as well as in consultation with President Trump, I have decided against a bid for U.S. Senate in Michigan. I am proud of our effort and am grateful for the outpouring of support and encouragement I received from Michiganders across our great state. I look forward to announcing my future plans later this year.”
The Detroit News reported that Huizenga and President Trump spoke last week. Trump has not yet endorsed a candidate in the Michigan Senate race, although he is expected to back former GOP Representative Mike Rogers soon.
The Michigan Senate race is an open contest next year, with Democratic Senator Gary Peters retiring. Michigan has been identified as a top Republican target next year as the party looks to expand its 53-47 Senate majority.
Democrats look to have a crowded primary, with Representative Haley Stevens, State Senator Mallory McMorrow, former Wayne County Health Director Abdul El-Sayed and former state House Speaker Joe Tate competing for the nomination.
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