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Anil Kumar
INDCandidate
On the ballot Nov 3, 2026: U.S. House · Michigan's 11th District
Biography
Anil Kumar is a physician and member of the Wayne State University Board of Governors running as an independent for Michigan's 11th District. He previously ran as the Democratic candidate for this seat in 2016. He lists get money out of politics, Medicare for All and infrastructure among his priorities.[1][2][3]
Kumar earned an M.D. from Wayne State University, and his listed career experience includes working as a medical doctor.[1] In his Ballotpedia survey, he describes himself as a physician, educator and small business owner with more than 30 years serving Michigan families.[2] He ran in the 2014 Democratic primary for Michigan's 11th District, receiving 31.8% against Bobby McKenzie, and was the Democratic nominee in 2016, losing to Rep. David Trott.[1]
Kumar was elected to the Wayne State University Board of Governors in 2018 and took office January 1, 2019. His term ends December 31, 2026, and he is not seeking re-election.[1] He is on the November ballot as an independent and did not appear on the August 4, 2026 Democratic primary ballot.[1]
- 1.Anil Kumar · Ballotpedia · 2026-10-21 Reference
- 2.Anil Kumar: Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026) · Ballotpedia · 2026-10-21 Candidate's own words
- 3.United States House of Representatives elections in Michigan, 2026 · Ballotpedia · 2026-09-25 Reference
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21.
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