Aric Nesbitt suspends campaign for Michigan governor following Trump’s nod for John James

By: Ben Solis

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 725

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, who was seeking the Republican nomination for Michigan governor in the August primary, has suspended his campaign for the state’s top office.

Nesbitt’s exit was announced on X late Monday afternoon following President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James of Shelby Township. James has long been the frontrunner in the race, and Trump’s mid-afternoon nod for his gubernatorial campaign sent shockwaves across the race.

Nesbitt is the first …

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