FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug 24, 2026
Contact: Alyvia Bailey
alyvia@johnjamesmi.com
ICYMI: MICHIGAN GOP UNITES BEHIND JAMES-DEBOYER, JAMES SHOWS UP FOR DETROIT
From the Convention Floor to Detroit, James Builds a Coalition to Win in November
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI — In just 46 hours, more than 2,400 Republicans unanimously united behind the James-DeBoyer ticket, John James took his message directly to Detroit, joined Fox News to call out Democrats’ failures, and gave back to families alongside some of the city’s biggest rappers.
Across Michigan, John James is showing up, building a broad coalition, and charging full speed toward November.
1. John James Takes the Stage at Detroit City Fest
John James took the stage at Detroit All City Fest, speaking to a crowd of Detroiters ahead of performances from Detroit rappers 42 Dugg, Icewear Vezzo, Peezy, and Babyface Ray.
James told Detroiters this election isn’t about partisan politics, it’s about delivering results for Michigan communities. He spoke about bringing opportunity back to Detroit and making sure the city has a strong voice in Michigan’s future.
2. Michigan Republicans Unanimously Nominate Jay DeBoyer for Lieutenant Governor
More than 2,400 delegates packed the Republican convention Saturday, united behind defeating the radical socialist agenda and getting Michigan back on track.
The contrast couldn’t be clearer: Republicans are united and ready to fight for Michigan, while some Democratic leaders are afraid to even attend their own convention out of fear for their safety amid growing extremism within their party.
Taking the stage, James called on Republicans to meet the moment and fight for Michigan.
“The Republican Party was founded in Michigan to defeat slavery and hold this nation together. Today, fellow patriots, you are here to answer the call again– this time to defeat extremism and hold this state together.”
— John James
James then officially nominated State Representative Jay DeBoyer to serve as his running mate for Lieutenant Governor.
“An Apache is a two-person helicopter. When I flew them in the Army I learned something that still holds true: You do not go into a fight without the right partner in the other seat. Michigan’s future is too important to go it alone. Today I nominate my Co-Pilot, State Representative Jay DeBoyer.”
— John James
DeBoyer was unanimously nominated by Michigan Republicans, officially setting the James-DeBoyer ticket for November. Now it’s time to win.
3. “The status quo is not good enough for Detroit and it’s not good enough for Michigan.”
John James joined Mike Emanuel on Fox News to discuss how Democrats have taken Black voters for granted while failing to deliver results for communities like Detroit. He called out years of failed Democrat leadership and made the case for putting results ahead of partisan politics.
“The status quo is not good enough for Detroit and it’s not good enough for Michigan.”
— John James
His message was simple: put politics aside and deliver better schools, safer communities, and greater opportunity for all 10 million Michiganders.
4. James Joins Detroit Rappers to Give Back to Families
Sunday, James again joined rapper Icewear Vezzo at a back-to-school event in Detroit to distribute backpacks, diapers, and other essentials to Detroit families.
John James is running for Governor to make Michigan a place where our kids can get a great education, find a good-paying job, afford a home, raise their own families, and build their futures right here.
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