Bergman cruises to 74% win in Michigan 1st District GOP primary
The My UP Now segment reports that incumbent Rep. Jack Bergman (R) easily won the Republican primary for Michigan's 1st Congressional District on August 4, 2026, defeating challengers Matthew DenOtter and Justin Michal. Bergman received approximately 74.3% of the vote. The piece notes his service since 2017, background as a retired Marine lieutenant general, and recent role as chair of the House Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee. It emphasizes his argument that seniority produces results for the Upper Peninsula and northern Michigan over starting anew in Congress. The broadcast ends with Bergman's victory statement stressing "results, not distractions" and listing accomplishments including support for veterans, border security, tax cuts, military strengthening, constitutional freedoms, and the America First agenda alongside President Trump. Democratic nominee Callie Barr, who won her primary, sets up a rematch of the 2024 contest.
Source: My UP Now