Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 6, 2026

TL;DR

Jocelyn Benson is the Democratic nominee for governor of Michigan.
A University of Michigan analysis indicates 40% of the state's population struggles with basic necessities.
Benson's campaign focuses on lowering costs, growing the economy, protecting democracy, and ending corruption.
She highlighted the impact of Canada's tariffs on Michigan, stating the average family pays $5,600 more.
Benson criticized her opponent for supporting tariffs and proposed negotiating subnational agreements with Canada to reduce costs.
She defended Michigan's mail-in voting process against Trump administration attempts to create chaos and confusion.
Benson asserted that Michigan has robust systems to ensure voter roll accuracy and that the system for identifying ineligible voters is working.

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