John James | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 10th district | |
Assumed office January 3, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Lisa McClain (redistricted) |
Personal details | |
Born | John Edward James June 8, 1981 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Elizabeth James |
Children | 3 |
Education | |
Website | House website |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 2004–2012 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | Iraq War |
Awards | |
John Edward James (born June 8, 1981) is an American businessman, combat veteran, and politician serving as the U.S. representative from Michigan's 10th congressional district since 2023.[1][2] A member of the Republican Party, he was the party's nominee for U.S. Senate in 2018 and 2020.[3]
In 2022, James declared his candidacy in Michigan's redrawn 10th congressional district. He defeated Democratic nominee Carl Marlinga by a narrow margin.