Trump Endorses James But Michigan Rivals Clash | Lansing News

Trump’s high-profile Oakland County visit eight days before Michigan’s GOP primary was a major boost for endorsed candidate John James — but it didn’t silence the growing rift within the MAGA base. While Trump focused on economic policy and voting reform, not James, the congressman seized the moment to thank the president for his “complete and total endorsement.” Yet, a powerful faction, including the county GOP chair, rallied behind businessman Perry Johnson, who held a competing event and drew sharp criticism of James — calling him “the most arrogant person I’ve ever met.” Johnson’s supporters cite James’s past electoral losses, while James’s backers point to Johnson’s failed 2022 gubernatorial bid and his costly, short-lived 2024 presidential run. With the primary looming, Trump’s backing may be decisive — but the party’s internal fracture could complicate the path to victory for whoever ultimately wins the nomination. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ea31db3a7f0e200b