In a union hall outside Detroit, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg faced a question about his knowledge of Michigan, a state he recently moved to. The worker quizzed him on the Detroit Lions' Sunday game, to which Buttigieg couldn't provide an answer. Despite this, there is speculation that Buttigieg might enter the 2026 governor's race in Michigan.
After Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced plans to run as an independent, Michigan Democrats are concerned about potential Republican gains. Buttigieg, known for engaging with conservative audiences, could be a strong contender. He moved to Michigan after his 2020 presidential campaign and expressed a deep connection to the state.
