Jocelyn Benson, John James offer contrasting plans on tariffs, AI, jobs

In Detroit Economic Club forum, gubernatorial rivals Jocelyn Benson and John James offered competing plans for responding to Trump’s tariffs and boosting Michigan businesses.

By: Simon D. Schuster

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: September 16, 2026

Words: 1,104

Last Updated: 1 day, 4 hours ago

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John James and Jocelyn Benson pitched their plans for Michigan to members of the Detroit Economic Club
They differed on addressing tariffs against Canada but largely agreed on data center regulations
Major business groups have yet to endorse a candidate in the governor’s race

DETROIT — Gubernatorial candidates Jocelyn Benson and John James made their case to business leaders in a Detroit Economic Club forum on Wednesday, highlighting stark contrasts in their …

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