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What to know as Michigan Republicans select new chair to lead party into the 2026 midterms

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Michigan Republicans are gathering in Detroit to select a new chair to lead the party into the 2026 midterms.

The most well-known candidate is Meshawn Maddock , a MAGA activist, close ally to President Donald Trump .

Maddock faces eight forgery and conspiracy charges in an alleged false elector case stemming from the 2020 election.

Democrats also are picking their next party chair Saturday .