Benson, James Spar Over Medicaid Cuts in Michigan Governor Debate

Michigan gubernatorial candidates Jocelyn Benson and John James clashed at a Detroit debate hosted by WDIV, each blaming the other's party for the state's problems. Benson, the Democratic secretary of state, cited federal Republican cuts to Medicaid and other programs as a driver of rising healthcare costs, while James, the Republican congressman, pointed to energy policy and criticized eight years of Democratic leadership in Lansing. Benson also attacked James's congressional voting record on SNAP benefit cuts and healthcare premium increases. The debate, part of the general election cycle ahead of Michigan's gubernatorial race, also covered tariffs, gas taxes, and affordability, with no new policy action announced.

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