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John James wins Republican nomination for Michigan governor, AP projects
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Max White , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway James, a two-term congressman from Michigan's 10th District, has previously run for U.
In the Michigan gubernatorial race, John James has secured the Republican nomination, according to the Associated Press. S. Senate in 2018 and 2020.
He received an endorsement from President Donald Trump in June, which led to the withdrawal of former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox from the race. James went on to win the primary against Perry Johnson. Further details about James' campaign and the election results are available.
James will face the winner of the opposing party's nomination in the next stage of the election.
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Category: government Published: August 5, 2026 Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News Reading time: 1 min
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