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Mike Cox
REPUBLICAN
Mike Cox is running for Governor.
Personal background
Mike Cox is originally from Redford, Michigan. He earned his bachelor's degree and his law degree from the University of Michigan. He lives with his wife, Laura, in Livonia, Michigan, and they have four children and two grandchildren.
Professional background
Mike is the chief executive officer of The Mike Cox Law Firm, PLLC. He previously worked as a senior counsel at Dykema Gossett PLLC and the director of the homicide unit with the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office. He served as an infantry rifleman in the U.S. Marine Corps for three years.
Political background
Mike previously served as the attorney general of Michigan. He served two terms from 2003 to 2011.
Economy
Supports eliminating the state income tax.
Opposes "corporate welfare," or financial support to businesses.
Advocates for restoring Michigan's right-to-work law, which prohibits requiring union membership as a condition of employment.
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Public Safety
Said, "I’ve protected people my entire life, fought and beat the worst of the worst. Let’s not stand by and let radical politicians or woke bureaucrats undermine us any longer."
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Healthcare
As of May 1, 2026, Mike Cox’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Education
Supports school voucher programs that allow parents to use public funds to enroll their children in schools beyond their local options, including private schools.
Promises to support teachers with necessary training and tools.
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Energy & the Environment
As Attorney General, fought against utility companies to reduce costs.
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Foreign Policy and Immigration
As attorney general, helped ban issuing driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
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Voting & Elections
As of May 1, 2026, Mike Cox’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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