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President Trump weighs in on Michigan Gubernatorial Race

FILE: Rep. John James, R-MI., speaks during the Republican National Convention Monday, July 15, 2024, in Milwaukee
Paul Sancya
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Associated Press
FILE: Rep. John James, R-MI., speaks during the Republican National Convention Monday, July 15, 2024, in Milwaukee

President Trump is endorsing Republican Congressman John James’ bid to become Michigan’s next governor.

Quinn Klinefelter has more.

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Trump praised James in a social media post...noting the Congressman is an Iraq war veteran who...the President says...will – quote – “fight tirelessly” to grow the economy and support Michigan workers.
It’s a change in tone from Trump’s previous frustration over James leaving his congressional job...while the G-O-P fights to maintain its razor-thin majority in the U-S House.
It’s also a blow to those challenging James in the upcoming Republican primary.
Perry Johnson...Mike Cox and Aric Nesbit all sought Trump’s blessing.
In recent days...the gubernatorial candidates released ad’s questioning which one most strongly supports Trump’s agenda.
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