Ex-Police Chief James Craig Joins Detroit Mayoral Race

Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has officially filed to run for mayor of Detroit, joining a competitive field of candidates vying to succeed Mayor Mike Duggan, who is not seeking reelection. Craig, who served as police chief from 2013 to 2021, previously ran for governor of Michigan and the U.S. Senate but faced setbacks, including disqualification over fraudulent signatures. The race for mayor includes notable figures such as Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, former Council President Saunteel Jenkins, and Reverend Solomon Kinloch. Craig's leadership during the Black Lives Matter protests and his controversial use of facial recognition technology have been points of scrutiny. The primary election in August will narrow the candidates to the top two for the general election in November. Duggan, after three terms as mayor, is aiming for a gubernatorial run in 2026 as an independent.