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Is Elissa Slotkin running for president in 2028?

Maybe - Elissa Slotkin is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Elissa Slotkin has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Has said she would consider a 2028 run; swing-state senator.

Latest public signal (April 7, 2026): On a trip to Iowa, said of a 2028 run: "I guess I wouldn't say no forever." Source

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Elissa Slotkin at a glance

  • PartyDemocratic
  • Current roleU.S. Senator (Michigan)
  • Age (2026)49
  • Home stateMichigan
  • 2028 statusPossible
  • Age on Inauguration Day 202952
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Where things stand

A former CIA officer and Michigan senator who has been given high-profile national speaking roles, fueling some 2028 mentions.

Standing: Elissa Slotkin has not appeared in the national 2028 Democratic primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms. See the full 2028 primary polls.

Chances in 2028

Will Elissa Slotkin win the 2028 presidential election?

Elissa Slotkin's 2028 presidential election prospects, as of November 6, 2026: rated "Possible" in our 2028 tracker. Has said she would consider a 2028 run; swing-state senator.

Will Elissa Slotkin win the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination?

Elissa Slotkin's Democratic nomination prospects: Elissa Slotkin has not appeared in the national 2028 Democratic primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms. 2028 Democratic primary polling (Wikipedia aggregation)

Elissa Slotkin's 2028 campaign status

As of November 6, 2026, Elissa Slotkin has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign with the FEC. Latest public signal (April 7, 2026): On a trip to Iowa, said of a 2028 run: "I guess I wouldn't say no forever." Source

Track the numbers as they move: 2028 primary polls - live 2028 odds - daily standing index.

Everything Elissa Slotkin has said about 2028

Dated log of posts, videos, interviews, and speeches about a 2028 run -- same format as the Trump third-term archive, source-linked. 1 entry. Open Slotkin's statement log | All politicians

Quick answers

Elissa Slotkin 2028: frequently asked questions

Is Elissa Slotkin running for president in 2028?
Maybe - Elissa Slotkin is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Elissa Slotkin has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Has said she would consider a 2028 run; swing-state senator.
What are Elissa Slotkin's 2028 Democratic nomination prospects?
Elissa Slotkin is currently rated "Possible" for 2028. Elissa Slotkin has not appeared in the national 2028 Democratic primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders said they would decide only after the November 2026 midterms.
What party is Elissa Slotkin in?
Elissa Slotkin is a member of the Democratic Party. Current role: U.S. Senator (Michigan).
How old is Elissa Slotkin?
Elissa Slotkin is 49 years old (as of June 2026), and would be 52 on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2029.
Has Elissa Slotkin officially announced a 2028 campaign?
As of November 6, 2026, no - Elissa Slotkin has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign. Has said she would consider a 2028 run; swing-state senator. Latest public signal (April 7, 2026): On a trip to Iowa, said of a 2028 run: "I guess I wouldn't say no forever."
What are Elissa Slotkin's chances of winning the 2028 election?
It is far too early to put firm odds on 2028. No nominee has been chosen, and the prediction markets do not yet show a stable number for Elissa Slotkin, who is currently rated "Possible". Watch the live odds and polls as the field forms.
Deep reads

The deepest reads on Elissa Slotkin and 2028

Hand-picked, link-verified analysis from across the spectrum - the best serious writing that actually engages Slotkin's 2028 prospects, drawn from The 2028 Canon. See also the Democratic reckoning.

  1. Slotkin leaves door open to 2028 bid

    Reports that Sen. Elissa Slotkin is leaving the door open to a 2028 presidential bid without committing to a run.

    Politico
    #532

  2. Sen. Elissa Slotkin takes her Midwest message to Iowa, fueling 2028 ...

    Reports that Sen. Elissa Slotkin visited Iowa to promote a Midwest-focused message, fueling speculation about a 2028 presidential campaign.

    NBC News
    #671

  3. Slotkin not set on running for president in 2028 but keeping her ...

    Reports that Sen. Elissa Slotkin has not decided on a 2028 presidential run but believes a swing-state, pragmatic Democrat would be a compelling candidate.

    Wkar
    #869
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