John James

Governor of Michigan

RepublicanActive CandidateVerified

State of Michigan2026 Michigan Gubernatorial ElectionElection Date: Nov 3, 2026

Filing Status

Filed — active candidate, Republican primary (August 4, 2026)

Official Links

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Position Summary

Currently the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 10th Congressional District and the Republican frontrunner for Governor in 2026. James has built his political career on a business and public-safety-focused platform, including support for tax relief and law-enforcement funding.

Issue Positions

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Public Safety

Has consistently emphasized law-enforcement funding and public safety in his congressional and gubernatorial campaigns.

Transportation

Campaign messaging has referenced infrastructure investment as part of an economic growth platform.

How these positions were determined

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Sources

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