Michigan Election Results: Benson Certifies Results, Dixon Concedes

Benson Certifies Results

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has certified the results of the 2022 general election, officially declaring the winners of all statewide races. The certification comes after a weeks-long process of canvassing and auditing the results, which were first announced on November 8th.

Dixon Concedes

Following the certification, Republican gubernatorial candidate Tudor Dixon conceded the race to Democratic incumbent Gretchen Whitmer. Whitmer won by a margin of over 10 percentage points, receiving 56.5% of the vote to Dixon's 43.5%. Dixon released a statement acknowledging the results and congratulating Whitmer on her victory.

Benson's Statement

In a statement, Benson said, "I am proud of the hard work and dedication of our election officials across the state who ensured that this election was conducted fairly and securely. The results of this election reflect the will of the people of Michigan, and I congratulate all of the candidates who were elected."

Upcoming Deadlines

The certification of the election results sets in motion a series of deadlines for the transition of power. Whitmer will be sworn in for her second term on January 1, 2023. All other statewide officials will also be sworn in on that date.

Conclusion

The certification of the Michigan election results brings the 2022 election cycle to a close. The results of the election will have a significant impact on the state of Michigan for years to come.