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October 6, 2026
John James Distances Himself from Trump in Michigan Governor Debate
- James highlighted disagreements with Trump on issues like the Iran war and tariffs.
- Democratic nominee Jocelyn Benson accused James of failing to stand up to Trump.
- James softened his stance on ICE presence in Michigan, prioritizing cooperation with federal law enforcement.
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- live: Michigan gubernatorial hopefuls Benson, James go head-to-head in debateOct 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM · The Hill
- Republican John James seeks some distance from Trump in Michigan governor debateOct 7, 2026 at 1:35 AM · NBC
- Benson, James spar in Michigan gubernatorial debate: 3 takeawaysOct 7, 2026 at 2:48 AM · The Hill