Author Matt Mencarini, Bridge Michigan Matt Mencarini is a Report for America corps member who covers data and accountability for Bridge Michigan. Matt Mencarini, Bridge Michigan's Latest Articles How Abdul El-Sayed, Jocelyn Benson won Michigan: Big turnout, Democratic shifts By Matt Mencarini, Bridge Michigan ● General ● November 4, 2026 El-Sayed and Benson both benefited from relatively high turnout across the state, particularly among Democratic voters.