Perry Johnson

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Get all the information you need, including candidate interviews and where they stand on issues, for the primary election happening Aug. 4, 2026.

Listen to conversations with the Michigan candidates running for governor and U.S. Senate.

Businessman Perry Johnson, who is white, accuses his opponent, Congressman John James, who is Black, of bringing race into Thursday's televised GOP gubernatorial debate.

Congressman John James drew attacks from businessman Perry Johnson and former state Attorney General Mike Cox — but the candidates did agree on issues like education.

The first debate between the three candidates seeking the Republican nod for governor was contentious, as the men talked over each other and leveled accusations.

President Trump is endorsing Republican Congressman John James’ bid to become Michigan’s next governor.That's prompted Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt to drop out of the race.

In a new ad, Republican gubernatorial hopeful Perry Johnson claims rival John James supported a vehicle ‘kill switch mandate.’ His voting record is complicated. Here are the facts.

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers recommended both Republican Congressman John James and businessman Perry Johnson advance, but that pastor Ralph Rebandt should not.

As Michigan’s race for governor heats up, candidates are finally taking part in forums, scheduling debates, and sharpening their campaign messages.