John James (Michigan politician)

John James
Official portrait, 2022
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Michigan's 10th district
Assumed office
January 3, 2023
Preceded byLisa McClain (redistricted)
Personal details
BornJohn Edward James
(1981-06-08) June 8, 1981
PartyRepublican
SpouseElizabeth James
Children3
Education
WebsiteHouse website
Campaign website
Military service
BranchUnited States Army
Service years2004–2012
RankCaptain
UnitAviation Branch
ConflictIraq War
AwardsRanger Tab
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John Edward James (born June 8, 1981) is an American politician, businessman, and former military officer serving as the U.S. representative for Michigan's 10th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Republican Party, he was the party’s nominee for U.S. Senate in 2018 and 2020.

In 2022, James declared his candidacy in Michigan's redrawn 10th congressional district, a seat he won and was re-elected to in 2024.

On April 7, 2025, James announced his candidacy for governor of Michigan in the 2026 election.