Michigan gubernatorial race narrows to James vs. Johnson in GOP primary, Benson vs. Swanson for Democrats

July 24th, 20261 LANSING — Less than two weeks before Michigan's Aug. 4 primary election, the Republican field for governor has narrowed to just two active candidates following former Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox's decision to suspend his campaign. Although Cox has withdrawn, his name will remain on the Aug. 4 ballot because absentee voting...

Wealthy businessman Perry Johnson Joins Michigan governor’s race, pledges $9 million early spending push

January 30th, 20260 BIRMINGHAM — Wealthy businessman Perry Johnson has joined a growing field of Republican candidates seeking Michigan’s governorship, pledging to spend heavily on a campaign centered on eliminating the state income tax, fixing schools and making state government more efficient. Launching his campaign Monday at a restaurant in downtown...