John James wins Republican primary for Michigan governor over Perry Johnson - Bridge Michigan
U.S. Representative John James won the Republican gubernatorial primary in Michigan after receiving a key endorsement from Donald Trump. He will face Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in the upcoming general election.
Why it matters
The race is a high-stakes contest that reflects the influence of Trump's endorsement in GOP primaries and sets the stage for a competitive general election in a key swing state.
LANSING — Surviving a barrage of advertising and attacks from self-funded businessman Perry Johnson, US Rep. John James won Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial nomination on Tuesday evening.
In a victory speech, James promised to “work every single day” to earn the trust of more voters as he heads to the general election.
“To every Michigander who feels politically homeless, who loves this state, works hard, and believes in common sense and wonders whether anyone in government still sees you, I see you,” he told supporters in Macomb County’s Harrison Township.
The Associated Press called the race for James at 10:24 p.m. on Tuesday. With most votes counted by Wednesday morning, James leading Johnson by 15 percentage points. See the latest vote tally here:
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