Biography

John Edward James, born on June 8, 1981, in Southfield, Michigan, is an American politician, businessman, and former military officer. He currently serves as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 10th Congressional District, a position he has held since January 3, 2023. Prior to his election to Congress, James was the President of James Group International and CEO of Renaissance Global Logistics, a Detroit-based supply chain management and logistics services company.

James is a combat veteran who served eight years of active duty in the U.S. Army as a Ranger-qualified aviation officer. During Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2007 to 2009, he led two Apache helicopter platoons in combat operations.

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

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Law and Systems Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, 2004.
• Master of Supply Chain Management and Information Systems from Penn State University's Smeal College of Business, 2014.
• *Master of Business Administration * from the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, 2015.

Political Experience

• 2018 and 2020: Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan.
• 2022: Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
• 2024: Re-elected to the U.S. House of Representatives.
• 2025: Announced candidacy for governor of Michigan in the 2026 election.

Committee Assignments

• House Committee on Energy and Commerce
  • Subcommittee on Energy
  • Subcommittee on Health
  • Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade

Personal Life

John James is married to Elizabeth James, and together they have three sons: John, Hudson, and Christian.

John James Announces 2026 Michigan Gubernatorial Bid: