Democrats win two special elections to restore a narrow, two-seat advantage in the Michigan House
Mai Xiong, Peter Herzberg won election in 13th and 25th districts, respectively
Their victories break the months-long partisan tie in the Michigan House created when two Democrats resigned for mayoral jobs
LANSING — Democrats are back in control of the Michigan House – and the full state government – for the rest of the year after their candidates in two special elections won big Tuesday night.
The contests put an end to a months-long partisan stalemate with Republicans in the lower chamber after Democrats lost two of their own to mayoral positions in Westland and Warren, creating a temporary tie.
With their majority restored, House Democrats are expected to quickly ramp up talks on the state budget for next fiscal year, including consideration of the $80.7 billion spending plan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposed in February.
“These seats will allow Democrats to continue fighting for a brighter future for all Michiganders," Michigan Democratic Party Chair Lavora Barnes said in a statement Tuesday night as polls closed.
Up for grabs was a seat in the 13th House district, which covers parts of Warren and Detroit. Democrat Mai Xiong won with 66% of the vote, compared to 34% for Republican Ronald Singer, according to unofficial results.
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