Democrats flood competitive Michigan district as GOP incumbent seeks governor's office

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A number of Democrats are launching bids in a suddenly competitive House district in Michigan after the Republican incumbent earlier this week announced a run for governor. U.S. Rep. John James is joining a Republican field for governor in 2026...

SAUGATUCK, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan congressman’s decision to run for governor has opened up one of the nation’s most competitive House seats, leaving Republicans scrambling to replace one of their top performers in the state and giving Democrats a sudden opportunity to gain a seat in the closely divided Congress. With U.

S. Rep. John James launching a much-anticipated run for governor on Monday, two Democrats this week have jumped at the opportunity to represent Michigan's 10th Congressional District.



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