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Buttigieg, Michigan and gary peters

Pete Buttigieg rules out Senate run. What that could mean for his future

The former South Bend mayor posted on X that he has ruled out a U.S. Senate run, fueling speculation he's setting his sights on a presidential run.

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Pete Buttigieg won’t seek US Senate seat in Michigan, leaving door wide open for 2028 run

SAUGATUCK, Mich. (AP) — Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not seek an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, a move that leaves the door wide open for him to seek a much bigger role as his party’s next presidential nominee.

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Pete Buttigieg passes on bid for Michigan Senate and governor, setting up possible 2028 run

Pete Buttigieg is expected to forgo a run for Michigan’s open US Senate seat in 2026, according to two people familiar with the former Transportation Secretary’s plans, setting up a potential presidential bid in 2028.

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Pete Buttigieg's Chances of Winning in 2028, According to Polls

Mayor Pete is the second-most popular choice to be the Democrats' next presidential candidate, losing only to Kamala Harris, again.

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Pete Buttigieg expected to make major announcement regarding his political future

Former Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg is expected to rule out a run for the Senate in Michigan in 2026, clearing a path for a potential 2028 White House bid.

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