Democrats secured a majority in the Michigan House and regained full control of state government following victories in two special elections. Mai Xiong emerged victorious in the 13th District, encompassing Warren and part of Detroit, while Peter Herzberg claimed the win in the 25th District, which includes Wayne and Westland. Both candidates, running in heavily Democratic districts, were successful in their bids.
The Michigan House had been deadlocked at 54-54 between Democratic and Republican lawmakers since November, when two Democratic representatives vacated their seats after winning mayoral races in their respective hometowns. The 2022 midterms saw Democrats flipping both chambers and maintaining control of the governor's office, marking the party's first trifecta in 40 years. In their first year, Democrats swiftly moved to reverse longstanding Republican policies and advance their agenda, notably reforming the state's gun laws.
