Trump Declares John James the Republican Nominee for Michigan Governor

Trump Declares John James the Republican Nominee for Michigan Governor

Trump proclaims John James the winner of the Republican gubernatorial nomination in Michigan and touts his endorsement of the candidate.

Richard Miniter
First Published: August 4, 2026, 6:31 PM ET

Donald J. Trump declared John James the Republican nominee for governor of Michigan, touting his own endorsement of the congressman in a Truth Social announcement.