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politics4 days ago•8 min saved

Michigan Governor Debate: James and Benson Trade Blame on Costs, Data Centers, and Trump

In the final debate before the Nov. 3 election, Michigan gubernatorial candidates John James and Jocelyn Benson clashed over affordability, education, and data centers. Fact-checkers found mixed accuracy in their claims regarding state spending and utility rates. While James distanced himself from President Trump, Benson linked James to federal policies. Both candidates failed to endorse any specific opposing policy, though they shared a post-debate moment discussing coney islands.

via Bridge Michigan|

#economy #fact-check #jocelyn-benson

politics13 days ago•30 min saved

Michigan Gubernatorial Debate: James and Benson Clash Over Data Centers, Tariffs, and War Powers

In the first Michigan gubernatorial debate, Republican John James and Democrat Jocelyn Benson traded accusations regarding data center profits, tariff impacts, and the Iran war. James shifted his stance to oppose a statewide data center moratorium, while Benson moved to support a state gas tax suspension. Fact-checkers found errors in both candidates' claims about voting records and economic impacts, though James’s rankings of Michigan’s economic decline were largely accurate.

via Bridge Michigan|

#data-centers #fact-check #jocelyn-benson

politics14 days ago•396 min saved

Michigan Governor Debate: James Distances from Trump as Benson Leads in Poll

In the first debate of the Michigan gubernatorial race, Republican John James attempted to distance himself from President Donald Trump, citing disagreements over the Iran conflict and tariffs. Democratic opponent Jocelyn Benson, who leads in recent polling, criticized James for voting against war powers resolutions. The debate highlighted James's shifting stance on immigration enforcement and data center profits, while neither candidate addressed the closely watched U.S. Senate race.

via NBC News|

#iran-war #jocelyn-benson #john-james

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Michigan GOP convention sidesteps Trump, focuses on state issues amid low approval ratings

Michigan Republicans held a nominating convention in Mt. Pleasant on August 22, focusing on state-level issues like education and infrastructure while largely ignoring President Donald Trump. Candidates for governor, senate, and other offices did not mention the president in their speeches, citing low national approval ratings and a desire to focus on local concerns. The event highlighted a unified strategy against Democrats but avoided national controversies like tariffs or the Iran conflict.

via Detroit Free Press|

#donald-trump #election-2026 #gop-convention

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Benson Triumphs in Michigan Democratic Governor Primary, Sets Sights on James

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won Michigan’s Democratic gubernatorial primary by a wide margin over Chris Swanson, advancing to the November general election to face Republican John James; her familiarity as state secretary of state and strong fundraising helped her path, while the mostly cordial primary contrasted with ongoing questions about ties to data centers linked to her husband. Benson is set to launch a robust general-election campaign with a planned $10 million ad buy, focusing on kitchen-table issues like costs, wages and rights.

via Bridge Michigan|

#benson #democrats #gubernatorial-primary

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Trump-Backed John James Seizes Michigan GOP Governor Primary

Trump-endorsed Rep. John James won Michigan's Republican gubernatorial primary, defeating Perry Johnson to set up a general election showdown with Democrat Jocelyn Benson to succeed term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer; James, a West Point graduate and Army Ranger, framed the win as unity and leadership amid a combative campaign, continuing Trump’s broad push in GOP primaries.

via Fox News|

#governor #john-james #michigan

politics2 months ago•4 min saved

John James clinches Michigan GOP governor nomination amid record primary spending

US Rep. John James won Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial nomination, defeating self-funded Perry Johnson in a record-breaking, costly primary backed by Donald Trump and DeVos family supporters. James led early results and will face Democrat Jocelyn Benson in November, campaigning on tax and cost-cut relief, economic focus, and a parental rights proposal amid ongoing debates within the party.

via Bridge Michigan|

#gop-governor-nomination #john-james #michigan

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

Trump backs John James to lead Michigan GOP in governor race

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Rep. John James for Michigan governor, prompting state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt to suspend his primary bid and back James; James welcomed the support, Nesbitt urged unity, and Perry Johnson criticized the move, signaling a potentially tighter Republican race ahead of November.

via Fox News|

#aric-nesbitt #gop-primary #john-james

politics6 months ago•3 min saved

Perry Johnson sues John James over 'John James Governor' logo in Michigan GOP primary

Perry Johnson’s campaign filed a lawsuit in Ingham County Circuit Court alleging that John James’ campaign materials—including a 'John James governor' logo—mislead voters into thinking James is the incumbent, a violation of Michigan law; James’ team calls the move a desperate tactic as the Republican gubernatorial primary heats up.

via The Detroit News|

#campaign-logo #governor-race #john-james

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Florida's Slavery Curriculum: Black Republican Congressman and Senator Speak Out

Republican congressman John James, who is Black, criticized Florida governor Ron DeSantis for defending the state's new educational standards that teach public school students that enslaved Black Americans benefited from their forced labor by learning useful skills. James argued that there was nothing beneficial about slavery for his ancestors and accused DeSantis of rewriting history. He also defended his fellow Black Republican lawmakers Byron Donalds and Tim Scott, who had criticized the curriculum. James cautioned DeSantis against attacking them, highlighting that there are only five Black Republicans in Congress. DeSantis is a presidential hopeful and is currently trailing former president Donald Trump in the polls for the Republican nomination.

via The Guardian US|

#black-republicans #john-james #politics