Former GOP Michigan congressman and senatorial candidate Mike Rogers could be back on the ballot in 2026, as the Republican is eyeing the race to replace Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI).

Only two months have passed since the 2024 election, during which Michigan’s open Senate seat left vacant by Debbie Stabenow was considered one of the toughest battleground contests of the cycle. Now, the Great Lakes State is preparing for another tough contest after Peters announced he would not seek reelection in the 2026 midterm election.