Oakland County GOP chair slams John James for refusal to commit to April gubernatorial debate

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 574

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Oakland County Republican Party tore into gubernatorial candidate, U.S. Rep. John James (R-Shelby Twp.), for his refusal to say whether or not he will attend an April 30 gubernatorial debate and manufacturing forum hosted by the county party.

A statement released by the party on Wednesday evening says that the debate was scheduled to accommodate conditions set by the James campaign, specifically that it would be planned after the April 21 major party …

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