Detroit Regional Chamber PAC Releases Endorsements for State and Local Races, Opts Not to Endorse Either Candidate for Governor

Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) released its bipartisan endorsements in state and local races, including for Secretary of State and Attorney General. The PAC did not reach the two-thirds majority needed to endorse either candidate in the gubernatorial race after it originally endorsed independent candidate and former Chamber board member Mike Duggan in July 2025.

The Chamber PAC requires a two-thirds majority vote from its members to make an endorsement following a rigorous evaluation of voting records, policy alignment on issues affecting employers, and candidate interviews. The PAC is composed of bipartisan business leaders who seek to support candidates dedicated to economic growth, job creation, and consistent public policy.

In 2024, the Chamber PAC also opted not to endorse either Mike Rogers or Elissa Slotkin for the open U.S. seat, which Slotkin won.

State and Local Endorsements

Michigan Attorney General and Secretary of State

The PAC endorsed Republican Doug Lloyd for Attorney General and Democrat Garlin Gilchrist for Secretary of State.

County Executives in Wayne and Macomb

Warren Evans and Mark Hackel were endorsed for reelection as county executives in Wayne and Macomb counties.

Michigan House of Representatives

The PAC has endorsed candidates in the following races for the Michigan House. These endorsements were based on a voting scorecard reflecting essential Chamber priorities and survey results (21 Democrats and 45 Republicans). Employers need stability amid short-term policy changes, and bipartisan legislation is essential to bolster the talent pipeline, expand workforce training programs, and establish sensible regulations.

The following endorsements were made in the Michigan Senate (9 Democrats and 15 Republicans):

The full list of state and federal endorsements – is listed on the Chamber website.