Trump-backed John James wins Michigan’s GOP primary for governor
Backed by President Donald Trump, James defeated Perry Johnson and will face Jocelyn Benson in November, with polling showing a close race.
- On Tuesday, Republican Rep. John James won Michigan's GOP primary, securing his spot in November's gubernatorial election against Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
- Backed by President Donald Trump, James defeated Perry Johnson, a Michigan businessman who spent $30 million on his campaign after previously spending $26 million on a failed 2024 presidential bid.
- Repealing the state's 2023 Clean Energy and Jobs Act would be his "first priority" if elected, James said. He emphasized economy, immigration, and military support as platform pillars.
- The Cook Political Report rates the race a "toss up, Lean D," while Mitchell Research polling conducted July 28–29 shows Benson leading James 46–44 percent to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
- If James defeats Benson, he would become Michigan's first Black governor. Supporters like Christina Barr believe James's ability to listen to voters positions him as the strongest candidate.
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Detroit Evening Report: Primary election results
Michigan voters went to the polls Tuesday to select candidates who will meet in the general election in November. Congressman John James won the Republican primary for governor. He had a tough competitor in businessman Perry Johnson. Johnson ran a steady flight of television commercials, at times portraying James as a “DEI candidate.” During the course of the Republican primary, James made few appearances in the city of Detroit. During his…
Michigan Republicans rally behind ticket after divisive gubernatorial primary
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Michigan Pro-Life Advocate John James Wins GOP Nomination for Governor
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Election-Denying Rep Wins Michigan GOP Gov Primary
The Huffington Post reports: Two-term Rep. John James (R-Mich.) and his endorsement from President Donald Trump on Tuesday appear to have held off self-funding businessman Perry Johnson in the Republican primary for the Michigan governor’s race. James, 45, a recently converted adherent to Trump’s lie that he won Michigan in 2020, will face the winner of the Democratic primary, which on Tuesday evening appeared to be Jocelyn Benson, Michigan’s se…
John James Wins Michigan GOP Governor Primary
LANSING — After weeks of attack ads and a costly battle with self funded businessman Perry Johnson, US Representative John James has claimed the Republican nomination for Michigan governor. The result confirms that John James wins the closely watched primary and sets the stage for a competitive general election fight this fall. Speaking to supporters in Harrison Township, located in Macomb County, James thanked voters for their support and pledg…
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