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Trump Endorses John James for Michigan Governor as GOP Rival Exits Primary

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Representative John James for governor of Michigan on June 23, 2026. Following the endorsement, Michigan state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt exited the primary and endorsed James, while businessman Perry Johnson criticized the endorsement, citing James's past electoral defeats.

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President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Representative John James for governor of Michigan on June 23, 2026. Following the endorsement, Michigan state Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt exited the primary and endorsed James, while businessman Perry Johnson criticized the endorsement, citing James's past electoral defeats.

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Trump endorses John James in Michigan governor race as GOP rival exits primary

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Trump Endorses John James for Michigan Governor as GOP Rival Exits Primary