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Michigan Gubernatorial Debate Fallout as John James Withdraws from Oakland County Event
Michigan Republican gubernatorial frontrunner John James faces backlash after his campaign asks Oakland County GOP to remove his image from a debate flyer, prompting accusations of waffling on whether he plans to attend the April 30 event.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Michigan Governor Race Heats Up as Perry Johnson Challenges John James with Aggressive TV Ad Blitz and Fundraising Text War
Republican gubernatorial candidates John James and Perry Johnson engage in a fundraising text war and advertising battle as Johnson's $15 million campaign challenges James' moderate approach in Michigan's crowded primary field
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
John James Turks Caicos Vacation Controversy Plagues Michigan Governor Campaign
John James faces mounting criticism over his Turks & Caicos vacation during the government shutdown and a fake social media post about the Tigers home opener, while Perry Johnson's $10 million ad campaign intensifies attacks on the congressman's governor bid.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·7 sources - politics
John James Debate Standoff With Oakland County GOP Deepens Michigan Republican Primary Rift
John James' debate standoff with Oakland County GOP deepens Michigan Republican primary rift as the frontrunner's refusal to commit to an April 30 debate creates tension with county party leaders.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Republican Gubernatorial Frontrunner John James Avoids April Debate Amidst Campaign Speculation
Michigan U.S. Representative John James has refused to commit to a Republican gubernatorial debate scheduled for April 30 in Auburn Hills, prompting criticism from Oakland County GOP officials while his campaign maintains it will hold serious debates when the field is set.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Perry Johnson Gains Ground on John James in Michigan Governor Primary as $10 Million Ad Blitz Pays Off
Perry Johnson's $10 million ad blitz and grassroots campaign are helping him close the gap with U.S. Rep. John James in Michigan's Republican gubernatorial primary, with new polls showing Johnson at 20% versus James at 23% among likely Republican primary voters.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Governor Primary Heats Up as Perry Johnson Gains on John James in Polls and Advertising
Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary intensifies as Perry Johnson closes gap on U.S. Rep. John James through $10 million ad campaign and growing support in Macomb County.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
John James Faces Growing Challenges in Michigan Governor Race After Being Booed at GOP Convention
U.S. Rep. John James faces mounting challenges in his Michigan gubernatorial campaign after being booed at the Michigan GOP convention and facing criticism for his attendance record in Congress and lack of support among Black voters.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - politics
Michigan Republicans' 2026 Governor Race Heats Up With Perry Johnson's Tax Cut Proposal and John James's Attendance Record
Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary intensifies with Perry Johnson's income tax elimination pledge and U.S. Rep. John James's congressional attendance record under scrutiny.
March 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Perry Johnson's Tax Plan Overstates Savings as Michigan Governor Race Tightens
Fact check shows Perry Johnson's income tax elimination plan would save families less than campaign claims, raising questions about revenue replacement
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Perry Johnson's Income Tax Elimination Plan Faces Scrutiny as Michigan Gubernatorial Race Intensifies
Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson's income tax elimination plan faces scrutiny as budget experts warn it would require deep cuts to essential state programs including Medicaid and education.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - government
John Nevin Asks "But Are You Wearing Pants?" - Michigan Supreme Court Director Comments on Subordinate While Court Denies 100% of Family Grievances
John Nevin, Communications Director for the Michigan Supreme Court, publicly asked a court consultant whether he was wearing pants on LinkedIn. Meanwhile, Ari B. Adler, a communications consultant with ties to SCAO, was working from a beach watching a SpaceX launch. The court system they represent has denied 100% of parent grievances in Kalamazoo County over five consecutive years.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Perry Johnson Gains Traction in Michigan Governor Race With $10 Million Ad Blitz and Surging Poll Numbers
Perry Johnson's $10 million ad blitz is paying off with new polling showing him nearly even with John James in Michigan's crowded governor's race ahead of the GOP endorsement convention.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·8 sources - budget
Fact Check: Perry Johnson's Tax Cut Promise Overstates Savings While Michigan Budget Struggles
Fact check reveals Perry Johnson's $4,747 tax cut promise is misleading, while Michigan faces real budget challenges with schools, Medicaid, and infrastructure spending at historic levels.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Whitmer Asked for Help as Genesee County Prosecutor's Office Faces 21 Layoffs
State Sen. John Cherry asked Governor Whitmer for work project funds to prevent 21 layoffs in Genesee County Prosecutor's Office as High-Crime Community Support Grant funding runs dry.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source