Jul 09, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The first Republican gubernatorial debate in Michigan featured heated exchanges between John James, Mike Cox, and Perry Johnson. The candidates largely agreed on policy but fought over who is most electable in November. James, the front-runner with Trump's endorsement, faced attacks on his past losses. The debate highlighted the importance of Trump loyalty in the primary and the challenge of appealing to independents in the general election.
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