Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) and Representative John James (R-Mich.) will participate in the first gubernatorial debate of the general election on Tuesday night. They are competing to succeed term-limited Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) as Michigan's next governor. Election Day is approaching in the coming weeks. The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report has noted the competitive nature of the race.
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Michigan gubernatorial candidates Benson and James participate in debate
Jocelyn Benson and John James are set to debate as they compete for the Michigan governorship. The debate marks a key moment in the lead-up to the upcoming election, with both candidates aiming to succeed Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
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