Who is running for State House — District 72 in Michigan in 2026?

Mike Mueller (R), Thomas Ryan (D). The general election is November 3, 2026.

When is the Michigan 2026 general election?

Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early voting runs October 24 – November 1.

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State House — District 72 — Michigan 2026

Michigan 2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Grades reflect each candidate's public record on life, family, religious liberty, the Second Amendment, limited government and fiscal responsibility.

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Candidates

AMike MuellerRepublican

Incumbent Republican representative for HD-72 covering Fenton, Linden, portions of Grand Blanc and Mundy townships in Genesee County, Holly area in Oakland County, and Tyrone Township in Livingston County. First elected 2022, re-elected 2024. Linden High School graduate (1992). U.S. Navy veteran. Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Eastern Michigan University. Operates Mueller's Orchard and Cider Mill, owns wedding venue. Former road patrol deputy and SWAT team member. Chairs House Appropriations Subcommittee on Michigan State Police.

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FThomas RyanDemocratic

Holly Village Council member

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Communities in this district

City of Fenton (Genesee Co.) · Fenton Township (Genesee Co.) · Grand Blanc Township (Genesee Co.) · City of Linden (Genesee Co.) · Mundy Township (Genesee Co.) · Tyrone Township (Livingston Co.) · Holly Township (Oakland Co.) · Rose Township (Oakland Co.)

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