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Trump-backed John James wins Michigan GOP nod
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 11:06 PM ET
Summary: John James topped Perry Johnson in Michigan’s GOP gubernatorial primary, setting up a general election against Jocelyn Benson.
WHO: John James
WHAT: John James won Michigan’s GOP gubernatorial primary, defeating Perry Johnson.
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 10:27 PM ET
WHERE: Michigan
WHY: He won the GOP gubernatorial primary, which determines the party’s nominee for the general election.
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