Benson, James tackle affordability, federal relations at first gubernatorial debate

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: October 7, 2026

Words: 1,454

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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GRAND RAPIDS – The relationship between Michigan and the federal government — especially when it comes to the tariffs levied by the Trump administration — was central throughout the first general election debate of Michigan’s gubernatorial election between Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Republican U.S. Rep. John James (R-Shelby Township) on Tuesday night.

Benson was specifically critical of James’ record in the U.S. House and what she said is a …

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