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Republican gubernatorial candidates Mike Cox, John James, and Perry Johnson debated at Fox 2 studios in Detroit. The article focuses on GOP rivals criticizing John James during the debate.

Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidates Mike Cox, John James, and Perry Johnson debated topics important to Michiganders, including gas prices, during a FOX 2 studio session.

Michigan Republican gubernatorial candidates Perry Johnson, John James, and Mike Cox are participating in a live debate. The event is focused on the gubernatorial race.

The Republican Gubernatorial Debate will take place tonight, moderated by Roop Raj. The candidates include Mike Cox, John James, and Perry Johnson.

Mike Cox accused John James of hypocrisy over alleged China ties, citing 921 imports from China to James' former logistics company during his congressional tenure, including a $1.4 million shipment of Equinox wheel rims. James' campaign denied the claims, stating the company facilitates global supply chains and criticizes Cox's lack of expertise in Michigan's manufacturing sector.

The U.S. House Communications Standards Commission dismissed a complaint against Rep. John James, concluding no official funds were used for campaign purposes. The complaint alleged YouTube ads from James' office targeted viewers outside his district and contained campaign messaging, but the commission found no misuse of funds.

Multiple endorsements were announced for candidates in Michigan's political races, including U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens for Senate, Abdul El-Sayed for Senate, and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow for Senate. U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna will campaign with Will Lawrence in Michigan's 7th Congressional District on June 28.

President Donald Trump endorsed John James in Michigan's GOP gubernatorial race, leaving James, Perry Johnson, and Mike Cox as the remaining candidates. Trump's endorsement followed the suspension of Aric Nesbitt's campaign and is seen as a significant boost for James ahead of the August primary.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson stopped running an ad claiming 'President Trump did not endorse John James' after Trump officially backed James. Johnson criticized an ad from Mission Michigan promoting James as Trump's loyal candidate, but Trump's endorsement led to Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt dropping out and endorsing James. Other Republican candidates include Mike Cox, while Democrats Jocelyn Benson and Chris Swanson will compete in their primary.

E-bike injuries among children are increasing, according to Corewell Health doctors who warn about speed and safety risks. A Detroit family discovered a stranger's headstone at their loved one's gravesite after years of visits. A former Michigan corrections officer was sentenced for sexual assault charges. Aric Nesbitt ended his 2026 governor campaign and endorsed John James, following an endorsement from President Trump.

Aric Nesbitt suspended his 2026 Michigan governor campaign and endorsed John James, aligning with President Trump's endorsement of James. Nesbitt cited a need for unity to defeat the 'Whitmer-Benson agenda' and promote Trump's policies.

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Rep. John James in the Michigan governor race, leading to Aric Nesbitt dropping out of the Republican primary and endorsing James. Perry Johnson and Mike Cox criticized the endorsement, while Nesbitt emphasized uniting to defeat Democrats.

President Trump endorsed John James for Michigan governor, prompting Aric Nesbitt to withdraw from the Republican primary and endorse James. Other candidates criticized the endorsement, questioning James's viability in the race.

President Trump endorsed Rep. John James (R-Mich.) in the Michigan gubernatorial race via a Truth Social post. Trump praised James as an 'America First Congressman' and highlighted his background as a West Point graduate and combat pilot.

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Rep. John James for Michigan governor in 2026, praising his background and campaign priorities. James thanked Trump for the endorsement, which he said would energize his campaign, while the Benson for Governor campaign criticized the move as aligning James with Trump's agenda.

Republican Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt suspended his campaign for Michigan governor following President Donald Trump's endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James. Nesbitt formally endorsed James, stating a divided primary would benefit Democrats.

John James, a Michigan governor candidate, received a 'total endorsement' from President Donald Trump. The endorsement was announced as part of the Michigan governor race.

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Rep. John James for Michigan governor via Truth Social. Trump's endorsement is expected to impact the race, with other candidates including Mike Cox, Perry Johnson, and Aric Nesbitt. James expressed enthusiasm for the endorsement, stating it would help 'Make Michigan Great Again.'

Six gubernatorial candidates are listed for Michigan's Aug. 4 primary ballot. The candidates include Jocelyn Benson, Mike Cox, John James, Aric Nesbitt, Perry Johnson, and Chris Swanson.

The Michigan Farm Bureau endorsed Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate, while Democratic groups endorsed candidates including Mallory McMorrow, Haley Stevens, and Sean McCann. Multiple labor and advocacy organizations supported various Democratic and Republican candidates for congressional and state positions, including Bridget Brink, Matt Maasdam, and John James. Cook Political Report reclassified Michigan’s 4th Congressional District as 'Lean Republican'.

John James and Perry Johnson are exchanging claims about a 'kill switch' measure in Congress, impacting the Michigan governor's race. The article highlights their political dispute over this issue.

Republican lawmakers argue that Iran only responds to pressure, citing concerns about a nuclear-armed Iran as an existential threat and supporting Trump's strategy of strength and pressure.

A whistleblower complaint alleges that U.S. Rep. John James misused official funds for gubernatorial campaign advertisements outside his congressional district. The complaint includes evidence showing ads targeted the broader Detroit area, which includes multiple districts, and James' office claims the vendor corrected the targeting and no taxpayer funds were used for the incorrect ads.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill allocating $152 million to upgrade Selfridge Air National Guard Base's infrastructure at the Mackinac Policy Conference. The article criticizes Michigan's government for dysfunction, a 'spend-and-pretend' approach, and declining economic and educational metrics, arguing that superficial cooperation fails to address systemic issues.

The article highlights various political endorsements in Michigan, including support for Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow in the U.S. Senate race, and endorsements for candidates in congressional and state legislative races from groups like Moms Demand Action, Teamsters Local 299, and the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.

John James and Perry Johnson will appear on the ballot for governor after the Michigan Board of State Canvassers certified their petitions, while Ralph Rebandt and Kim Thomas were excluded due to insufficient signatures. Bernadette Smith also failed to meet signature requirements, leaving Mike Rogers unopposed in the Republican Senate primary.

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan suspended his independent campaign for Michigan governor, effectively converting the three-way race into a two-candidate contest between Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Republican Rep. John James. Duggan's withdrawal is seen as beneficial to Democrats, as his moderate positioning and independent status had been splitting the progressive vote. The move concludes his year-long gubernatorial bid to succeed term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan suspended his independent campaign for Michigan governor, converting the three-way race into a two-candidate contest between Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Republican Rep. John James. Duggan's withdrawal is considered beneficial for Democrats, as his independent candidacy was seen as potentially splitting the left-leaning vote in the blue-trending state.

U.S. Rep. John James (R-Mich.) leads the Republican gubernatorial primary in Michigan with 37% support, per a Glengariff Group, Inc. poll. Perry Johnson trails with 19.8% in the latest survey of likely GOP primary voters.

Grindr, the LGBTQ+ dating app, is expanding its political influence in Washington and California under Republican leaders Joe Hack and CEO George Arison. The app has spent $1.6 million on lobbying since 2025, focusing on issues like HIV prevention, surrogacy access, and online safety legislation. Grindr is hosting a high-profile White House Correspondents Dinner party to showcase its bipartisan outreach.