Michigan Voters Can Now Apply for Absentee Ballots Ahead of November 4 Election

September 25, 2025

Michigan voters can now cast absentee ballots for the November general election, with options to submit by mail or in person at clerk's offices or official drop boxes by 8 p. m. on November 4.

Who is affected

Michigan voters
Detroit residents
Military and overseas voters
Unregistered voters who still need to register
Candidates running for various Detroit city positions
Detroit neighborhoods requiring representation

What action is being taken

Absentee ballots are now available for the November general election
Voters can submit ballots by mail or in person to clerk's offices
Applications for absentee ballots can be completed online through the Michigan Secretary of State's website
Michigan Voting coalition is recommending earlier submission of mail-in ballots
Voters can check the status of their absentee ballots online through the state's voter information portal

Why it matters

This continues to expand voting access for Michigan residents
The election will determine Detroit's next mayor after Mike Duggan's decade in power
The mayoral race will shape Detroit's direction on housing, economic development, public safety, and infrastructure
City council, police commissioner, and advisory council elections will influence policy, oversight, and neighborhood representation
The availability of both absentee and in-person voting reflects Michigan's effort to balance accessibility with accountability

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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