McKinney unseats Thanedar in Michigan’s 13th Congressional District

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 589

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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Michigan State Rep. Donavan McKinney has emerged victorious in the race for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, lodging a successful challenge against incumbent U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Detroit).

The Associated Press called the race for McKinney at 9:55 a.m. Wednesday. Unofficial results show McKinney received 51.9% of the vote, while Thanedar received 48.1% with 99% of votes counted.

“Detroit, I am honored beyond measure to be your Democratic nominee to represent the Mighty 13th in Congress. …

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