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Michigan

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Kid Rock endorses John James for Michigan Governor at Petoskey event

Jul 22, 2026

The clip shows John James and Kid Rock at Gypsy Distillery in Petoskey, Michigan. Kid Rock praises James' military service, business experience, and character while endorsing him for governor and sharply criticizing Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's COVID policies. James, a sitting U.S. Representative, is a Republican primary candidate in the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race. The segment draws on their long friendship and James' West Point and Iraq veteran background, with Kid Rock framing the choice as between proven leaders and 'lunatic liberals.'

▶ Source: John James

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John James airs ad accusing Democrats of socialist takeover in Michigan governor bid

Jul 21, 2026

The video is a paid campaign advertisement by John James, a sitting U.S. Representative and Republican candidate for Michigan governor in 2026. It opens with his prior warnings on socialism, declares Michigan ground zero for radical Democratic control, and lists grievances including unaffordable healthcare, education content, voting access, Medicaid, and foreign policy sympathies. James highlights his West Point and Army background fighting evil abroad before pledging to defeat it at home with faith and strength.

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William Lawrence details protests outside Rep. Tom Barrett's office over SNAP and ACA votes

Jul 3, 2026

The clip features Democratic candidate William Lawrence explaining contrasts with incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Barrett of Michigan's 7th District. Lawrence describes staging a 30-hour food drive outside Barrett's Lansing office during a government shutdown-linked SNAP lapse, a medical debt fundraiser after an ACA-related vote, and an 8-hour public event in front of the office.

▶ Source: The 'Gander