Former Michigan House speaker joins increasingly crowded GOP primary for Michigan governor

Michigan defensive line loses star power, but boasts depth entering 2025 season

DETROIT — For a defensive line coach who no longer has tackles Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant — both first-round NFL Draft picks — on the roster, Michigan’s Lou Esposito is exceedingly upbeat. Esposito, entering his second season coaching the Wolverines’ defensive line, is showing no signs of distress despite those personnel losses, not to mention edge rusher Josaiah Stewart. That’s because he sees a wide swath of talent more reminiscent of Mich…

Former Michigan House speaker announces campaign for governor

A former GOP state lawmaker who served as speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives is joining a crowded bench seeking the Republican nomination for the 2026 gubernatorial race in the battleground state.

Former Michigan House speaker joins increasingly crowded GOP primary for Michigan governor

A former Republican state legislative leader is joining the increasingly crowded GOP primary for Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial race.

Former Michigan House Speaker Tom Leonard launches campaign for governor

Attorney Tom Leonard joined the GOP field of gubernatorial candidates in the 2026 race. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer cannot run again due to term limits.

Former Republican House speaker enters 2026 Michigan governor race

Former Michigan House Speaker Tom Leonard said his campaign will focus on K-12 education outcomes, government accountability and the state's mental health crisis.

Former House Speaker Tom Leonard joins Michigan governor's race

Former Michigan Speaker of the House and one-time Michigan Attorney General candidate Tom Leonard has entered the 2026 Republican gubernatorial race.