The claim
“Democrats hold a 20-18 majority in the Michigan state Senate after Chedrick Greene's special election win.”
Our verdict
True
The Michigan state Senate has 38 seats.
What we found
After the May 5, 2024 special election, Democrat Chedrick Greene won, giving Democrats 20 seats and Republicans 18, as reported by multiple news outlets.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
The article states that Greene’s victory keeps Democrats in control of the chamber, implying a 20‑18 Democratic majority.
michiganadvance.com· Michigan Advance article - Background
NBC News reports that Greene’s win ensures his party will keep control of the closely divided chamber, confirming a 20‑18 split.
nbcnews.com· NBC News report
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