John James

Recent media appearances

• DebateOct 15, 2026Second Michigan governor debate between Benson and JamesWDIV-TV / Michigan Public

Top articles

1. WGVU / Michigan PublicJohn James, RFK Jr. rally supporters in Grand Rapids with early voting underwayOct 27, 2026

Overview

John James is a Republican U.S. representative for Michigan's 10th Congressional District. He spent eight years on active duty as a Ranger-qualified Army aviation officer, leading Apache platoons in Iraq, and later ran James Group International and Renaissance Global Logistics in Detroit. james.house.gov

James was the Republican nominee for governor of Michigan in 2026 and ran against Democrat Jocelyn Benson. michiganpublic.org

Platform

• Proposes lowering everyday costs for housing, energy, groceries and car insurance and holding big utilities accountable.johnjamesmi.com johnjamesmi.com 2
• Proposes a Parents' Bill of Rights and an Education Freedom Agenda.johnjamesmi.com
• Proposes a Freedom from Corruption Agenda and enforcing term limits in Lansing.johnjamesmi.com johnjamesmi.com 2
• Says he would change state law so communities can reject data centers they do not want.michiganpublic.org