Michigan – As the polls remain open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, voters across Michigan are casting their ballots for local, state, and national candidates. MLive reporters visited polling stations in Flint, Saginaw, and Bay City to gather reactions and opinions from voters engaging in this pivotal election.

With enthusiasm, 26-year-old Dylan Dibert from Flint voiced his support for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Having met Trump during a past political rally, Dibert believes Trump can bring much-needed change to the country. “It’s all about creating a positive impact for tomorrow,” Dibert said outside his polling place at Durant Tuuri-Mott Elementary School.

Flint residents Talyn Tureaud, 24, and her mother, Brandi Tureaud, 44, shared their experience of voting together, a family tradition. Brandi highlighted the importance of community engagement in elections, emphasizing that local issues also require voters' attention. “We are here to vote for the president, but there are also bigger issues in your community,” she noted.

Susan Bosak, a 67-year-old Flint voter, described this election as "critical." A long-time voter, Bosak expressed her support for Trump, citing his previous ability to maintain calm on the world stage. “I appreciate his values,” she added.

In Saginaw County, Elisabeth and Dillon Call cast their votes for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, expressing a strong desire for a progressive future. “Voting for the first woman president is super important to me,” Elisabeth said. Dillon echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of more women in leadership and support for middle-class tax breaks.

Bay City voters also showcased diverse opinions. Rhonda Bailey and her stepdaughter Madison Bailey voted differently yet maintained a harmonious relationship. Rhonda voted for Trump due to concerns about living costs, while Madison supported Harris, focusing on women's rights.

Elaine Houser, a 55-year-old Democrat from Bay City, crossed party lines to vote for Trump, feeling that Harris did not align with her beliefs. On the other hand, Nathan Grew, a union worker, supported Harris for her pro-union stance.

Husband and wife duo Jodi and David Chamberlin from Bay City both voted for Harris, citing trust issues with Trump and the excitement of potentially electing the first woman president.

As Michigan residents exercise their democratic rights, their diverse opinions reflect the varied priorities and values held by voters across the state.