John James (Michigan politician)

American politician and businessman (born 1981)

John Edward James (born June 8, 1981) is an American businessman and politician who is the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 10th congressional district since 2023.[3][4]

John James
Official photo, 2023
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Michigan's 10th district
Assumed office
January 3, 2023
Preceded byAndy Levin
Personal details
Born
John Edward James

(1981-06-08) June 8, 1981 (age 43)
Southfield, Michigan, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Elizabeth James
Children3
Education
WebsiteCampaign website
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
Years of service2004–2012
Rank Captain[2]
Battles/warsIraq War
Awards

James ran as the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate elections in Michigan in 2018 and 2020, losing the elections to Democratic incumbents Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters.[5]

References

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  1. LaDuke, Veronica (March 5, 2014). "John James to Lead Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Board" (Press release). Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Retrieved September 3, 2020.
  2. Gibbons, Lauren (July 18, 2017). "Detroit Businessman John E. James Exploring Run for U.S. Senate". MLive. Booth Michigan. Retrieved September 3, 2020.
  3. Spangler, Todd (January 31, 2022). "John James enters race for Congress after 2 unsuccessful runs for Senate". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved January 31, 2022.
  4. "Michigan 10th Congressional District Election Results". The New York Times. 2022-11-08. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2022-11-09.
  5. Ehley, Brianna (November 4, 2020). "Gary Peters Wins Reelection in Michigan". Politico.