Will Lawrence emerges as victor in MI-7 Democratic Primary

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 712

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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At the end of a contentious three-person race, Lansing-area political organizer William Lawrence has won the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.

The Associated Press called the race for Lawrence at 11:23 p.m., with Lawrence receiving 43.2% of the vote with 55% of votes counted.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink received 29.2% while retired Navy SEAL Matt Maasdam received 27.6%

Lawrence is now slated to face the incumbent, U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett …

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