Here’s what we know about how Michiganders voted in this year’s election

Republicans have dismantled Democratic control of the state Legislature—but appear to have lost other key races as Michigan’s presidential election results continue to be tallied.

(This story was updated at 2:16 p.m.)

MICHIGAN—Regardless of how the full presidential election results shake out over the coming days, former President Donald Trump has been elected 47th president of the United States. 

The Associated Press called the presidential race for Trump early Wednesday morning after declaring his win in Wisconsin, one of several battleground states that decided the election.

With about 99% of votes counted in Michigan, Trump was leading Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in the state by about 80,000 votes at about 2 p.m. on Wednesday—which was enough for the Associated Press to officially call the race on Wednesday afternoon. Harris has also called Trump to concede the election. 

Here’s what the vote totals show for Michigan:

• Trump — 2,794,297 — 49.7%
• Harris — 2,713,281 — 48.3%

Here’s what the vote totals show for the United States:

• Trump — 71,930,743 — 51%
• Harris — 67,086,483 — 47.5%

(Check the Associated Press for real-time updates.)

The ‘Gander Newsroom spoke with dozens of voters on Election Day, which was mostly smooth in Michigan, where fears of violence or disruptions to the voting process did not materialize. 

Scott Holiday, executive director of Detroit Action, which supported Harris’ presidential run and other Democratic campaigns this year, said that his organization “remains undeterred in our fight against white supremacy, fascism, and regressive policies that target our communities.”

“There are a lot of anxieties about the future of our democracy, but we refuse to let them become a barrier to the future wins we know are possible,” Holiday said in a statement. “Our commitment to working-class Michiganders and resisting Trumpism stands stronger than ever.”

We Make Michigan, a coalition of grassroots organizations, neighborhood groups, congregations, labor unions, and communities, also released a statement about the results: “The tens of millions of us who voted to reject Trump’s authoritarian administration now stand ready to protect our freedoms, our families, and our futures,” the one-sentence statement reads. 

In Washington DC…

Republicans have also won control of the US Senate, retaking the chamber for the first time in four years. It gives the Republican Party a major power center in Washington and a lead role in confirming the next president’s Cabinet, as well as potential Supreme Court justice nominations.

But Michigan voters did not help Republicans along the way—instead opting to elect Democratic US Rep. Elissa Slotkin over Republican former US Rep. Mike Rogers, according to MIRS News.

Here’s the latest on the balance of power in the US Senate, including Slotkin’s win:

• Democrats — 43
• Republicans — 52
• TBD — 6

(Check the Associated Press for real-time updates.)

Control of the US House has yet to be sorted as ballots are counted. But Michigan’s Congressional delegation has been decided—with 7 Republicans and 6 Democrats.

Among the most closely watched races in Michigan: Republican candidates Tom Barrett and John James beat their Democratic opponents in the state’s 7th and 10th districts, respectively. Democratic state Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet won over her Republican opponent in the 8th District.

(Check the New York Times for real-time updates.)

Giffords, the national gun violence prevention organization that was founded by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, congratulated McDonald Rivet on her victory in Michigan.

“Her win will be critical to continuing the progress we’ve made on gun violence in Congress,” Giffords said in a statement. “Giffords was proud to support her election and we look forward to working with her in the fight to end gun violence and create safer communities for our children.”  

In Lansing…

Michigan Supreme Court candidates Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas, who were nominated by the Michigan Democratic Party, defeated their Republican-backed opponents to win two seats on the state Supreme Court. 

Although the race was technically nonpartisan, the results ensure that Democratic-backed justices maintain a majority on the Court. With Bolden on the bench, Democratic-backed justices currently hold a 4-3 majority. Thomas’ victory will make that a 5-2 majority next year.

With crucial decisions involving reproductive rights, abortion bans, gun safety laws, and election integrity all making their way to state supreme courts across the country in recent years, Bolden and Thomas will likely have a hand in making some big decisions for the people of Michigan.

Democratic candidates didn’t have as much success in the state House of Representatives, where results show Republican lawmakers have regained majority control—breaking up what is currently “trifecta” Democratic control of both legislative chambers and the governor’s office.

In a statement, House Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit) conceded that Republicans will soon regain control of the chamber, noting that Democrats will “look for every opportunity to work with our Republican colleagues in a bipartisan manner to put the people of Michigan first.”

“We will fulfill our duty as the voice of reason and do our best to make our mark on legislation that moves through the state legislature,” Tate said. “Make no mistake. The results of the election represent an opportunity to regroup and rebuild over the coming term.”

Anti-abortion groups immediately celebrated the Republican victories, noting that candidates who oppose reproductive rights will soon be in charge of the state House of Representatives. 

In a statement, Planned Parenthood of Michigan acknowledged that the results “signal a difficult chapter for reproductive freedom across the United States” but vowed to keep providing sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion, regardless of forthcoming right-wing attacks. 

“I won’t lie: this loss hits hard. But everything we’re feeling now—rage, sadness, loss, fear—will fuel the next phase of our fight,” Paula Thornton Greear, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Michigan, said in a statement. “Because the fight for reproductive freedom does not end here. No matter what lies ahead, we will be here fighting to ensure Planned Parenthood patients get the sexual and reproductive care they need, just like we always have.”

Civil rights groups also voiced a similar concern about what the future might hold—but also vowed to continue advancing inclusive policies and thwarting harmful, anti-LGBTQ bills.

“With this shift, it is even more critical that we unite to protect LGBTQ+ Michiganders, fight against policies that harm them, and ensure the progress we’ve fought so hard to achieve is not undone.” Erin Knott, executive director of Equality Michigan said in a statement. “

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