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Detroit-area businessman Sandy Pensler has announced his withdrawal from the Republican Senate race in Michigan just ahead of the state's primary.

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Republicans say the Democrat running to replace GOP Rep. John James had a “disgusting record” as a prosecutor that voters will reject for a third time.

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Republican Rep. John James of Michigan is opting against a campaign for the Senate seat being vacated by Democrat Debbie Stabenow in 2024.

Michigan leaders were making the case to bring a new air force mission to Selfridge Air Base in a series of new letters to the Air Force.

The battle for House Speaker continues to drag on, with Kevin McCarthy losing a 10th bid late Thursday.

Republican John James has won election to Michigan’s 10th district in Macomb County, defeating Democrat Carl Marlinga in a hotly contested race, with 100% of precincts reporting.

Use these interactive maps to follow election results for Michigan US House District 10 (James vs. Marlinga) on Nov. 8, 2022.

Here’s where you can find Michigan general election results for Michigan U.S. House District 10 (Marlinga vs. James) on Nov. 8, 2022.

Here’s where the races stand in the 10th Congressional District as Macomb County once again is poised to play a pivotal role in the November election.

Republican John James is leading against Democrat Carl Marlinga in a key Macomb County race for the state’s 10th congressional district, according to a new survey.

A major change for one of the blackest cities in the country; potentially no African American voice to represent the city of Detroit.

Monday (Jan. 31) night, John James announced that he is running for Michigan’s newly drawn 10th Congressional District. The 10th Congressional District has no incumbent, and both Democrats and Republicans view it as winnable. There are still fights over the district maps, but James’s entry into the race would seem to shift the dynamic if this district holds its shape.

Monday (Jan. 31) night, John James announced that he is running for Michigan’s newly drawn 10th Congressional District. The 10th Congressional District has no incumbent, and both Democrats and Republicans view it as winnable. There are still fights over the district maps, but James’s entry into the race would seem to shift the dynamic if this district holds its shape.

Monday (Jan. 31) night, John James announced that he is running for Michigan’s newly drawn 10th Congressional District. The 10th Congressional District has no incumbent, and both Democrats and Republicans view it as winnable. There are still fights over the district maps, but James’s entry into the race would seem to shift the dynamic if this district holds its shape.

Michigan businessman, military veteran and two-time Republican Senate candidate John James says he will run for an open House seat in the Detroit area.

The James Group is awarding entrepreneurs and students up to a total of $100,000 to celebrate the 50-year anniversary, legacy and spirit of The James Group Founder, John A. James.

The James Group is awarding entrepreneurs and students up to a total of $100,000 to celebrate the 50-year anniversary, legacy and spirit of The James Group Founder, John A. James.

The 2022 Michigan gubernatorial election is more than a year away, but there are already questions about who will and won’t be running.

Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., speaks during an event with Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden at Beech Woods Recreation Center, in Southfield, Mich., Friday, Oct. 16, 2020. Sen. Gary Peters was sworn in to his second term in Congress on Jan. 3, just months after defeating Republican opponent John James. Senator from Michigan Gary Peters was sworn into his second term in Congress on Jan. 3, 2021. (Office of Sen. Gary Peters)After a contentious race, Peters was victorious over James in the November General Election by about 90,000 votes. Prior to his role in the Senate, Peters served as a representative in the U.S. House.

DETROIT – In a video posted on Twitter, Republican John James concedes to Democrat and incumbent Sen. Gary Peters in the U.S. Senate race. The James and Peters campaigns spent millions of dollars in ads with James estimating about $150 million from both campaigns. He said his campaign has donated over $1 million to charity and then turns his attention to the election results. Speaking of political ads, by the grace of God and your generosity our campaign did something that has never been done. That’s a million dollars that could have been used for more ads on top of the god-awful $150 million spent by all sides in the Michigan senate race.

DETROIT – On Tuesday, Republican John James conceded to Democrat and incumbent Gary Peters in Michigan’s closely watched US Senate race. In the statement James who previously ran for a seat on the Senate against Democrat and longtime US Sen. Debbie Stabenow congratulated Peters on his victory. Republicans including James had called for an investigation into the election results alleging potential voting fraud. Since the presidential election Republican leaders have made allegations of voter fraud without substantial evidence. “John James’ life of service sacrifice and selflessness has inspired millions of Michiganders.

DETROIT – Hoping to halt a statewide certification of Michigan election results, the latest lawsuit by President Donald Trump’s campaign submitted hundreds of claims asserting GOP poll watchers were excluded from counting rooms or saw illegal activity in the count in the state. The Trump campaign is suing Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson along with the Wayne County and the Michigan Board of Canvassers, which are in charge of reviewing elections. Inside the lawsuit are 234 pages of affidavits from people claiming to have been Republican poll watchers who witnessed or were told about misconduct by mostly Detroit ballot counters. Both the Trump and Joe Biden campaigns have started asking Michigan voters specifically to help fund these upcoming legal battles. Democrats have already asked to be part of the Court of Claims appeal, opposing the Trump campaign.

As incumbent Sen. Gary Peters is declaring victory, Republican challenger John James is not ready to concede. In a statement Thursday, James said, “This campaign is not about me, it never has been. While Sen. Peters is currently ahead, I have deep concerns that millions of Michiganders may have been disenfranchised by a dishonest few who cheat." James also said he will accept the votes “and the will of the people” when the process is complete. If you have character and if you have integrity, you do it gracefully," Peters later said.

Michigan U.S. Senate candidate John James, who is currently trailing Democratic Senator Gary Peters in the 2020 election, is calling for an investigation into votes. The Associated Press called the Senate race on Wednesday night for Democrat Gary Peters, who has a nearly 90,000 vote lead over James. In a statement Thursday, James said, “While Senator Peters is currently ahead, I have deep concerns that millions of Michiganders may have been disenfranchised by a dishonest few who cheat.”James also said he will accept the results and the will of the people, “but at this time there is enough credible evidence to warrant an investigation to ensure that elections were conducted in a transparent, legal and fair manner.”The John James campaign has not offered any evidence to support a claim of cheating or evidence to support any investigation. It’s also unclear what they’re hoping to investigate, specifically. There is no evidence of any voter fraud or cheating tied to Michigan’s 2020 election.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., speaks with reporters during a press conference in Louisville, Ky., Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020. “We’re waiting — whether I’m going to be the majority leader or not,” Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said Wednesday. There already is a Jan. 5 runoff in the state's other Senate race. Securing the Senate majority will be vital for the winner of the presidency. John Hickenlooper defeated GOP Sen. Cory Gardner, and Arizona, where former astronaut Mark Kelly beat Republican incumbent Martha McSally.

Senator Gary Peters has won a second term, defeating Republican opponent John James in the 2020 General Election, according to The Associated Press. In a narrow victory called at 9:13 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, Peters surpassed James by about 60,000 votes. You can see the final results for the Michigan U.S. Senate race between Gary Peters and John James below. As we look ahead, I am energized to keep working to move our state forward and continue putting Michigan first. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said President Donald Trump’s campaign helped his GOP allies, but that state election officials were still counting ballots. Key Senate races in North Carolina, Alaska and Georgia remained undecided. Democrats contested seats from New England to the Deep South and the Midwest to the Mountain West, reaching deep into GOP strongholds. North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis has struggled against Democrat Cal Cunningham, despite the married challenger’s sexting scandal with a public relations strategist. GOP Sen. Kelly Loeffler will face Democrat Raphael Warnock, a Black pastor at the church where the Rev.

The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. You can find results for Michigan U.S. Senate race between Gary Peters and John James here. (Note: Due to an increase in mail-in voting, clerks are expecting delayed results, up to multiple days. Michigan General Election Results for Nov. 3, 2020 Find Race Results🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. You can find results for Michigan U.S. Senate race between Gary Peters and John James here. (Note: Due to an increase in mail-in voting, clerks are expecting delayed results, up to multiple days. Michigan General Election Results for Nov. 3, 2020 Find Race Results🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

With one day left until Election Day on Nov. 3, more people from both campaign teams are showing up in Michigan, aiming to gather as many votes as possible. President Trump stopped in Washington Township Sunday, holding a rally at Total Sports Park. READ: Both presidential campaigns prioritize Michigan ahead of Election DayREAD: Michigan Election 2020: How to find your voting precinctFormer President Barack Obama, Vice President Mike Pence, former Second Lady Dr. Jill Biden and even Gov. In the meantime, Trump and Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden are both planning to campaign leading up to Tuesday. On Monday, Trump is preparing for his final two stops in Traverse City and Grand Rapids -- Grand Rapids was the final stop on Trump’s campaign trail back in 2016.

Peters, the only non-incumbent Democrat to claim a Senate seat in 2014, is one of just two Senate Democrats running in a state Donald Trump won four years ago. Public polls have shown him extending his lead over James, a Black businessman and Iraq War veteran, but Republicans who see an opening insist James has a shot. He aims to be the first Michigan Republican to win a Senate seat in a quarter-century. James, unlike other Republican Senate candidates, has largely kept pace in fundraising with his opponent. Peters joined Biden and former President Barack Obama at events in the Democratic strongholds of Detroit and Flint on Saturday.

Ahead of the 2020 presidential election, the firm developed a new process for “polling” the public that relies on digital interactions. Using artificial intelligence on social media, Ad Victory tracks races across the U.S. by logging online enthusiasm or opposition shown for candidates. In fact, the consulting firm observed that attitudes toward the candidates actually positioned James ahead of Peters by 10 points. The firm also believes that the presidential race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump is closer than what polls are suggesting. On Sunday, President Trump will hold a rally in Washington Township at Total Sports Park.

Gretchen Whitmer’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, while disapproving of President Donald Trump’s, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll. The new survey asked Michigan voters for their feelings on the 2020 presidential race, key issues, and on Gov. Results from a Local 4/The Detroit News poll Oct. 23-25, 2020. (WDIV)Results from a Local 4/The Detroit News poll Oct. 23-25, 2020. (WDIV)Here are some of the key findings in the WDIV/Detroit news poll, which was conducted Oct. 23-25, 2020.

Senator Gary Peters has increased his lead over Republican challenger John James heading into the final stretch of the 2020 election, a new WDIV/Detroit News poll shows. Gary Peters now leads John James by a margin of 48.4%-38.8%, with 8.7% of voters remaining undecided. Voters who are undecided in the US Senate race are splitting their vote equally in the Presidential race. By a margin of 47.2% Democratic to 40.1% Republican, Michigan voters prefer the Democratic Party to control the U.S. Senate. John James name identification is breaking 33.3% favorable to 40.4% unfavorable.

Senator Gary Peters, 61, a Democrat, is facing a formidable challenge from Republican John James, 39, an Iraq war veteran who runs a logistics company in Detroit. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., speaks during an event for Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden at Michigan State Fairgrounds in Novi, Mich., Friday, Oct. 16, 2020. FILE - In this Monday, June 22, 2020, file photo, Republican U.S. Senate candidate John James speaks at Weir Farms in Hanover Township, Mich. First-term Democratic Sen. Gary Peters of Michigan is trying to hang onto his seat. Peters is finding it tougher to shake Republican John James. James is the GOP’s best hope to pick up a Senate seat in what is a battle for control of the U.S. Senate.

The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. You can find results for Michigan U.S. Senate race between Gary Peters and John James here. r10876 U.S. Senate - Michigan Candidate Votes % *Incumbent 0% of Precincts Reporting (0 / 0)Find more election results and news on the Decision 2020 page. 🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. You can find results for Michigan U.S. Senate race between Gary Peters and John James here. Find more election results and news on the Decision 2020 page. 🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

DETROIT – We’re separating fact from fiction in one of Michigan’s most contentious and most expensive races. “He believes in no exception,” Peters said of James. As for hiding his plan, James is likely referring to amendments Peters made to congressional financial disclosures after initially not disclosing the state plan. We’re calling this Be Careful because James isn’t exactly correct on how Peters' plan works. James is referring to a statement Peters made in 2018 at a town hall where he said Medicare-For-All is likely down the road.

DETROIT – Michigan’s knock-down drag-out US Senate race is contentious, tight and all over the airwaves. On Sunday’s special hour-long episode of Flashpoint both candidates in the race, incumbent Democratic Sen. Gary Peters and Republican candidate John James discussed their positions on critical issues. The interviews were done individually and covered a wide range of issues. Plus, one million Michiganders have already voted more than two weeks before election day. Segment oneRepublican candidate John JamesSegment TwoDemocratic Sen. Gary PetersSegment ThreeFlashpoint guests Stephen Henderson, host of WDET’s show Detroit Today; Nolan Finley, editorial page editor of the Detroit News; Jill Alper of Alper Strategies and Steve Mitchell of Mitchell Research and Communications weigh in on US Senate race and upcoming elections.

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters has decided to go public with a very personal story about an abortion he and his wife experienced 30 years ago. Peters became the first sitting senator in history to share his abortion story. His story comes as abortion advocates warn major cases like Roe v. Wade could be under threat should judge Amy Coney Barrett be confirmed to the Supreme Court. Beyond the politics, women’s health advocates said Peters' coming forward helps moves abortion out of the shadows for the better. Read: Peters vs. James in Michigan US Senate race: Where they stand on 6 big issuesMore: Decision 2020 election coverage

Peters was the only non-incumbent Democrat to win a Senate election in 2014, when he prevailed easily despite the GOP’s successes nationally and in Michigan. All largely back both Biden and Peters, but a bigger percentage remain undecided in the Senate race, according to some polls. He said he ranks as one of the most bipartisan Senate Democrats and, despite being a freshman in the minority, has written and passed more of his bills than any other senator. Before winning promotion to the Senate, Peters was a congressman, lottery commissioner and state senator and served in the Navy Reserve. Stu Sandler, a consultant for James' campaign, said support for Peters is “soft all around.

WDIV-Local 4′s Devin Scillian will anchor an hour-long “Flashpoint” Sunday at 10 a.m. with Democratic Sen. Gary Peters and Republican John James, both U.S. Senate candidates in the upcoming election. The interviews will be done individually and cover a wide range of issues. WDIV-Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit will continue to bring viewers/users the most comprehensive political coverage throughout the election and beyond. In addition to WDIV’s on-air coverage, ClickOnDetroit will be working continuously during election season to bring users up-to-date information as it comes in. “Flashpoint” airs Sundays at 10 a.m. on Local 4.

James: John James supports “all” education options, including public, charter and private. James: John James has not held public office during the pandemic. James: John James opposes the Green New Deal. James: John James is pro-life. James: John James supports the Second Amendment.

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters has decided to go public with a very personal story about an abortion he and his wife experienced 30 years ago. In an exclusive interview with Elle magazine, Peters described how he and his wife, Heidi, had to face an unwanted abortion head on when she was pregnant with their second child. When she returned to the hospital on the third day, after another night without a natural miscarriage, the doctor told her the situation was dire. With this story, Peters is the first sitting senator in U.S. history to share a personal experience with abortion. Read: Peters vs. James in Michigan US Senate race: Where they stand on 6 big issuesMore: Decision 2020 election coverage

Senator Gary Peters has increased his lead over Republican challenger John James, but the race remains tight, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll. But Peters lead in the Detroit Metro region by a margin of 50.3%-33.2%, with 15.2% in Detroit metro still undecided. Among white voters, James leads 47.1%-39.1%. Among Black voters, Peters leads 75.6%-4.7%. Peters leads in early votingAmong those that have already voted, Peters leads 71.8%-18.3%.

Local 4 decided to run two of the most seen claims regarding healthcare through our Trust Index. “James' healthcare plan increases the cost of prescription drugs. James has said he’d advocate for a healthcare plan that’s market-based and protects those with pre-existing conditions. Gary Peters' plan for healthcareLocal 4 is looking into allegations from James on Peters' plan for healthcare. The plan James is referring to is the Michigan Legislative Retirement Plan, according to releases from the Michigan Republican Party.

(Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.) The Detroit Regional Chamber will host a town hall for candidates in the race for a U.S. Senate seat in Michigan. Incumbent Sen. Gary Peters and challenger John James will participate, separately, in a town hall event on Wednesday morning. Watch the event live at 11 a.m.:

Senator Gary Peters is in a tight race with Republican challenger John James, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll. Sen. Peters is running for his second term in the U.S. Senate, while John James is making his second attempt at being an incumbent for the seat. Heading into the final stretch of the 2020 election, Peters holds a 3-point lead over James, which is in the margin of error for the WDIV/Detroit News poll. METHODOLOGYThe Glengariff Group, Inc. conducted a Michigan statewide survey of November 2020 likely general election voters. The 600 sample, live operator telephone survey was conducted on September 1-3, 2020 and has a margin of error of +/-4.0% with a 95% level of confidence.

Michigan Gov. Whitmer addresses Biden, Trump events, social distancing, mask mandateMichigan Gov. It has been 176 days since Michigan Gov. Poll: Joe Biden holds 5-point lead over Trump in MichiganIn a head to head matchup of likely November 2020 Michigan general election voters, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden continues to lead President Donald Trump by five points, 47 percent to 42 percent. Senator Gary Peters is in a tight race with Republican challenger John James, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll.

DETROIT Congressman John Lewis, a civil rights icon, has died at the age of 80 on Friday after a six-month battle with stage four pancreatic cancer. The youngest and last surviving member of the Big Six civil rights activists, Lewis dedicated his life to fighting for equality. Leaders react to passing of civil rights iconMichigan Governor Gretchen WhitmerCongressman John Lewis was a civil rights legend who stood firmly on the front lines of our nations history. He touched the hearts of America as a Civil Rights icon in this country for decades. I will forever remember his stories of the Civil Rights movement, constant words of encouragement and the reminder to get into good trouble.

Another was Renaissance Global Logistics of Detroit, whose CEO is John James, the Republican challenger to Democratic U.S. Sen. Gary Peters. The Paycheck Protection Program helps smaller businesses to stay open and keep Americans employed during the pandemic. The company is among the 5% of minority-owned businesses that were able to access funds, she said. Roughly 121,000 loans were made to Michigan businesses or other entities, about 20,000 of them for $150,000 or more, according to the data. The aid totaled nearly $16 billion and covered more than 1.5 million jobs.

DETROIT After years of absorbing the nations highest auto insurance costs, you can now change your coverage away from no-fault, but should you? And the governors education team puts together a road map for getting our kids back to school, but dont expect anything close to normal. There will be a discussion with guests on these topics and more during Sundays episode of Flashpoint.

LANSING, Mich. In a virtual campaign event, Sen. Gary Peters (D) touted recent proposals in the Senate on policing reform. Wendell Anthony and former Attorney General Eric Holder in the discussion which lasted just over an hour. Peters also criticized Senate Republicans for not passing what he considered meaningful reforms. The Republicans did not put forward the kind of concrete action that we need to take right now, he said. In a statement Peters opponent, John James called the event PR.Gary Peters doesnt speak for black people.

Republican John James is here to talk about his race with incumbent Gary Peters. James was introduced to Michigan voters two years ago in the Senate race against Debbie Stabenow. And schools and universities point to reopening plans for the fall, even as the coronavirus is spiking in many states. Earlier this spring we talked with Wayne State University President Dr. M. Roy Wilson about the pandemic and its impact on the school, students and faculty. Segment Two:Wayne State University President Dr. M. Roy Wilson.

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. Thursday was a busy day for Vice President Mike Pence, who visited Michigan to speak at an auto supply plant in Sterling Heights. ORIGINAL STORY: Vice President Pence speaks at Casadei Steel in Sterling HeightsPrior to his speech, Pence had lunch with Republican party senate candidate John James and did a meet-and-greet with a crowd happy to see him. Rod, the people of Michigan said yes to President Donald Trump in 2016, Pence said. Pence also knows recent poll numbers show former Vice President Joe Biden has a comfortable lead across the state, so visits like this are meant to motivate the base. One of the things Pence believes will also help the president is recent economic improvements as the COVID-19 crisis slows.

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis, facing a competitive North Carolina reelection contest, is looking forward to campaigning" with Trump, Tillis' spokesperson said. GOP Sen. Steve Daines tweeted, Montana cant wait to have you back, Mr. President! after Trump promised to help him battle a strong Democratic challenger. Republican candidates are hostages, said Trump critic Tim Miller, an aide to past GOP presidential contenders including Jeb Bush. Anyone who wants to win in November should be running with the president, said Trump campaign spokesperson Erin Perrine. In the House, Democrats hope to use allegiance to Trump that GOP candidates touted in primaries against them in general elections.

(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)Michigan Senate candidate John James has been called a rising star of the Republican Party so many times its become a cliche. He has caught the attention of big donors and received the enthusiastic, all-caps praise of President Donald Trump on Twitter. He checks all the boxes, so to speak, from a candidate perspective, said former Michigan Republican Party chairman Saul Anuzis. Although Trump narrowly won Michigan four years ago, the mood seems to be turning away from the president and the GOP. In a Fox News poll last month, 44% of Michigan voters had a favorable opinion of Trump, with 52% unfavorable.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Vice President Mike Pence will visit Grand Rapids on Monday to rally with Michigan Senatorial candidate John James. An EPIC-MRA/Detroit Free Press poll released Thursday showed a tightening race with Republican candidate James at 42 percent and his Democratic opponent, Sen. Debbie Stabenow, leading with 49 percent. This poll comes after another survey showed James within 7 points of Stabenow with less than two weeks to go before the election Nov. 6. "As we surge in polls against 43-year politician Sen. Stabenow, we welcome Vice President Pence to rally with our co-pilots in Grand Rapids," John James, "The vice-president knows first-hand that when momentum starts in Michigan, it does not stop. For details on the rally and how to attend click here

DETROIT Midterm primary elections usually don't see large voter turnouts, but that may be different this time around. There have been plenty of ads for candidates running for office; could that increase voter numbers? Also, Sandy Pensler and John James, two candidates pushing for the Republican nomination to take on Debbie Stabenow, join Devin Scillian. Flashpoint is hosted by WDIV Local 4 anchor Devin Scillian. Watch Flashpoint on WDIV at 10 a.m. on Sundays.