Jocelyn Benson
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Overview
Jocelyn Benson is a Democrat who has served as Michigan Secretary of State since 2019. michiganpublic.org
Benson was the Democratic nominee for governor of Michigan in 2026, running to succeed Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, and ran against Republican U.S. Rep. John James. jocelynbenson.com michiganpublic.org
Platform
- Proposes a moratorium on new data centers until enforceable rules are in place, with no tax breaks for them.jocelynbenson.com
- Proposes a $5,000 tax credit for caregivers and clearer pricing in medical bills.jocelynbenson.com
- Proposes expanding Rx Kids statewide.jocelynbenson.com
- Proposes restricting large investors who buy homes and push up rents.jocelynbenson.com
- Says she would negotiate agreements with Canada to reduce tariff impacts on Michigan.michiganpublic.org
- Says she supports suspending the federal gas tax.michiganpublic.org