Rebandt weighs in on race for governor

Former Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Ralph Rebandt weighs in on the Republican primary race between John James, Perry Johnson and Mike Cox, as well as who he's supporting in the race.
By WJBK at FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News · · 1 min read

Former Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Ralph Rebandt weighs in on the Republican primary race between John James, Perry Johnson and Mike Cox, as well as who he's supporting in the race.
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