Rick Snyder to Launch Michigan House Campaign Tour
The former governor will travel across the state from October 26 to October 29 to support Republican legislative candidates.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Elections
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Former Governor Rick Snyder is set to embark on the More for Michigan Tour beginning October 26, 2026. The four-day campaign seeks to bolster Republican candidates as the party looks to defend its current majority in the state House.
Why it matters
The tour focuses on defending vulnerable Republican seats to maintain the party's control of the Michigan House ahead of the November 2026 election. Maintaining this majority remains a primary goal for the GOP following their successful flip of the chamber in 2024.
Republicans currently hold a 58-52 majority in the Michigan House, a position gained in November 2024. In the 2024 election, the 44th House District flipped to Republican with a slim margin of victory totaling 79 votes.
The players
Rick Snyder
He is the former Governor of Michigan who served from 2011 to 2019.
Reggie Miller
She is a current Representative who is not running for reelection in the 31st District.
The details
The campaign tour includes stops in Oakland County, Jackson, Battle Creek, Holland, Grandville, and Marquette. Rick Snyder, who previously aided the state House GOP in 2024, will conduct these visits to boost candidates in key districts where party control is contested.
Timeline
November 2024 marks when Republicans flipped the Michigan House majority.
October 26, 2026, is the start of the tour in Oakland County.
October 27, 2026, includes stops in Rochester, Lake Orion, Jackson, and Battle Creek.
October 28, 2026, features campaign visits in Holland and Grandville.
October 29, 2026, concludes the tour in Marquette.
Political Context
Opposing parties and Democratic advocates argue that the former governor's involvement attempts to solidify a partisan hold on the chamber. They point to the narrow 2024 margins as evidence that the legislative balance remains highly volatile.
The 2026 election results will determine which party holds the House majority and shapes future state legislation. Voters in the affected districts will see increased campaign activity as both parties work to secure seats.
The takeaway
The upcoming tour highlights the intense focus on marginal House seats as both parties vie for control of the legislature. Voters can expect to see heightened political messaging and campaign activity in key districts through the November election.
Further reading
For more information on the upcoming legislative races, visit the Elections section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Detroit News.
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