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45.7%
Democrat
Sean Andrew McCann
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Michigan
$9.4K
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Live Odds
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
Sean Andrew McCann is trading at 44% to win the MI-04 House winner? on prediction markets.
Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleFormer State Representative
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyMainstream Democrat
Age54 years old (Sep 21, 1971)
GenderMale
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LocationMichigan
BackgroundPolitician
EducationWestern Michigan University (B.A., Political Science, 1993)
Notable personal detailsSean Andrew McCann is an American politician serving in the Michigan Senate (19th District). He previously served on the Kalamazoo City Commission and in the Michigan House of Representatives. He is a Democrat and a candidate for the U.S. House in Michigan's 4th Congressional District in 2026.
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Political Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports targeted tax relief for working families and seniors, including expanding the state Earned Income Tax Credit and repealing the state retirement tax, while backing state budget investments in services and programs to lower costs for residents.
Healthcare
Supports protecting Medicaid and expanding access to health insurance, advocates lowering healthcare costs, and defends reproductive health decision-making for women. Has a record of voting to expand health insurance coverage in Michigan and proposes legislation to protect workers’ health and related policies.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports a person’s right to choose and reproductive freedom, including repeal of Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban and enshrining reproductive freedom and privacy in the state constitution. Opposes political interference in individuals’ decisions about starting a family and supports access to reproductive health care. Upholds protections enacted by Michigan voters to secure abortion access in the state.
Climate & Energy
Supports ambitious clean energy standards and laws to transition Michigan to 100% clean electricity by 2040, advances energy efficiency and renewable generation targets, and sponsors legislation to expand state authority on energy and environmental protections. Serves as chair of the Michigan Senate Energy and Environment Committee and has sponsored/co-sponsored bills to implement clean energy policy and oversee new energy infrastructure and carbon-reduction measures. Advocates for stronger-than-federal environmental standards and investments in a clean energy future for Michigan communities.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded gun safety measures including universal/expanded background checks, safe-storage requirements, and laws allowing courts to temporarily remove firearms from those deemed an imminent threat. Has sponsored and supported multiple firearm-safety bills that became law in Michigan.
Latest News
AINews Summary
Last updatedAug 6, 2026
Sean McCann is in the news because he is running as a Democratic candidate in Michigan’s 4th Congressional District and is still in the primary race ahead of the August 4 vote. Recent coverage has focused on his campaign positions and on scrutiny over his energy-sector donations, including at least $57,600 from DTE Energy PAC and related groups while he supported Michigan’s 2023 clean energy law. He has not yet secured the Democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Bill Huizenga in the general election.
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Articles
FNFox News2 months ago
Sean McCann took $57,600 from DTE Energy while backing rate hike bill
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MLM Live Michigan 3 months ago
Former Holland mayor challenges Huizenga for Republican nomination in U.S. House
Neutral
THThe Holland Sentinel3 months ago
Here's how Bill Huizenga, challengers answered the big questions
Neutral
DFDetroit Free Press1 month ago
Gretchen Whitmer should share 2026 election endorsements
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Latest Polls
MI-04 House winner?
Recent polling results and the candidate's current average in the race.
Sean Andrew McCann currently averages 44.0%, ranking second in this race, 1.7 points behind the next candidate.
Polling average: 44.0%Position: secondMargin: -1.7 ptsLatest poll: 48.0% (May 28 - Jun 1)Polls included: 3
Average recalculated from polls through May 28 - Jun 1.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
Total raisedCash on hand
$2.6M
$2.0M
$1.3M
$655.0K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$2.6M
$1.7M
$933.8K
$49.1K
Source: FEC
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