House Minority Floor Leader Rudy Hobbs (D-Southfield) officially announced he is running for U.S. Congress in the 14^th District. This seat is currently held by Congressman Gary Peters (D-Bloomfield Township) who is a candidate to replace the retiring Carl Levin in the U.S. Senate.

In an effort to focus on his campaign, Hobbs also announced he is resigning from his position as House Minority Floor Leader, effective May 22.  Rep. Sam Singh (D-East Lansing), Rep. Andy Schor (D-Lansing), Rep. Pam Faris (D-Clio), Rep. Sarah Roberts (D-St. Clair Shores), Rep. David Rutledge (D-Ypsilanti) and Rep. David Knezek (D-Dearborn Heights) are just a few of the individuals who are running for this position. It is expected that the House Democratic Caucus will vote on Hobb’s successor next week.