Trump Gets Another Major Win
President-elect Donald Trump has been projected to secure a victory in Michigan, a crucial battleground state that has long been part of the Democratic “blue wall.” According to Decision Desk HQ, Trump’s win in Michigan, where he carried 15 electoral votes, strengthens his position in the race for the White House. This marks a significant blow to Vice President Kamala Harris, who was barely ahead in Michigan just weeks before the election.
Michigan has been a key swing state in recent presidential races. In 2016, Trump narrowly flipped Michigan for the first time in decades, winning by a razor-thin margin. However, in 2020, President Joe Biden managed to flip it back, albeit with only a slim 2.8-point advantage—the smallest margin for a Democrat in Michigan since 1960.
With Michigan’s critical electoral votes now shifting to the Republican column, Trump’s victory deals a significant blow to Harris’s path to securing the presidency. Along with other battleground states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, Michigan is key to determining the outcome of this year’s election. Trump’s success here strengthens the Republican hold on the region, which had previously been a Democratic stronghold.
Throughout the campaign, both candidates have made frequent stops in Michigan, understanding the state’s importance. In a notable event in Detroit, Trump raised eyebrows when he described the city as a “mess,” warning that the entire country could become like Detroit under a Harris administration. The city’s struggles, including its long-standing financial troubles, have been a point of contention for Trump and his supporters.
Beyond the presidential race, Michigan is also a battleground for control of Congress. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, is facing off against former Rep. Mike Rogers, a Republican, for the Senate seat held by retiring Democrat Debbie Stabenow. The race is considered a toss-up, and control of Michigan’s two Senate and several House seats could determine the balance of power in Washington.
In the 7th Congressional District, Slotkin’s Senate run has left the seat open, while Rep. Dan Kildee’s retirement from the 8th District has added another competitive race to the mix. With so much on the line, Michigan’s political future remains one of the most closely watched in the country.
