Fact checks: John James, Perry Johnson on tax cuts, data centers and more

Accusations over campaign donations and vehicle 'kill switches' are flying in Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial primary between John James and Perry Johnson. Here are the facts.

By: Jordyn Hermani

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: July 31, 2026

Words: 1,449

Last Updated: 3 days, 6 hours ago

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US Rep. John James and businessman Perry Johnson are the last candidates standing in Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial primary
James has faced campaign finance and voting record accusations, while some question the reality of Johnson’s income tax cut plan
Bridge Michigan has the facts ahead of the Aug. 4 primary

LANSING — With just two Republican candidates left in the race for governor, voters will have the chance to decide between US Rep. …

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