Jocelyn Benson officially launched her campaign for Michigan governor on January 22, 2025, with a focus on improving efficiency and transparency within state government. She emphasized her achievements as Secretary of State, where she streamlined operations and reduced wait times at state offices.
Benson is committed to ensuring that policies, especially those aimed at supporting families and children, are effectively implemented across state agencies.
Benson also addressed her plans for education, aiming to bring Michigan’s ranking from the bottom ten to the top ten nationwide.
She touched on the housing crisis, proposing a “Housing for everyone” slogan, underscoring the need for accessible housing and better-paying jobs. Additionally, Benson promised to open the governor’s office to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, following through on a transparency pledge that her predecessor, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, had not yet fulfilled.
The timing of her campaign announcement, on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, highlights her commitment to fighting for rights that have been under threat in recent years.
Benson made it clear that her approach as governor would involve standing firm against any political pressures, including those from former President Donald Trump, to ensure the rights and freedoms of Michigan residents are upheld.