- Michigan gubernatorial race: Benson and James campaign clashes intensify
- The gubernatorial race in Michigan has begun, with John James and Jocelyn Benson officially running for office.
Jocelyn Benson is running for office in Michigan, facing political attacks from John James, who is campaigning against her.
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Updated Oct 18
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What happened
Jocelyn Benson is running for office in Michigan, facing political attacks from John James, who is campaigning against her.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Candidates clashed in the final debate, with Benson linking James to national party figures.1 source
Benson and James clashed in a gubernatorial debate; James was tied to Donald Trump.1 source
Benson specifically accused James of reckless war in Iran during the gubernatorial campaign.1 source
John James visited Saginaw for a law enforcement discussion as Jocelyn Benson campaigned.1 source
John James was endorsed for the gubernatorial office and accused Jocelyn Benson of failing the state.1 source
Benson campaigned with El-Sayed while facing attacks from John James.1 source
Jocelyn Benson is running for office in Michigan, facing political attacks from John James, who is campaigning against her.1 source
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The gubernatorial race in Michigan has begun, with John James and Jocelyn Benson officially running for office.Also in this story
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- The gubernatorial race in Michigan has begun, with John James and Jocelyn Benson officially running for office.
Within Michigan gubernatorial race: Benson and James campaign clashes intensify
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Jocelyn Benson
Secretary of State of Michigan and academic
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John James
American actor born 1965
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