Voters will decide a key trustee race at the University of Michigan with Gaza protests and the legacy of student activism playing a central role. Incumbent regent Jordan Acker faces challenger Amir Makled amid controversy tied to protest encampments and allegations about social-media history. The election highlights how Middle East-related campus activism continues to shape higher-education governance in swing-state politics. Acker’s profile—along with vandalism targeting his home and business—has made him a focal point for students pushing divestment from Israel-related companies. The contest also reflects broader questions about Democratic coalition dynamics around public university boards, as local party conventions become a proxy battleground for campus climate issues that are not confined to classrooms.