10th Congressional District Rematch Between John James and Carl Marlinga Heats Up

With early voting in Michigan reaching levels far above expectation and the highly anticipated Presidential General Election (Nov. 5) only days away, one of the most closely watched races with regional and national implications is Michigan’s 10th Congressional District rematch between U.S. Rep. John James (R) and former Macomb County prosecutor Carl Marlinga (D).& The two faced each other two years ago in the General Election, with James narrowly defeating Marlinga by 1,600 votes. & At the time, political pundits called the election one of the closest congressional contests in the state and country. See Michigan Chronicle’s Endorsements for 2024 General Election As James and Marlinga sharpen their political messages to persuade voters in the waning days of the 2024 election season, both candidates appear optimistic about their chances to represent the 10th Congressional District.& The District engulfs much of Macomb County and includes the eastern Oakland County cities of Rochester and Rochester Hills. “The race is going very well,” Marlinga told the Michigan Chronicle. “I’m optimistic. My gut feeling and sixth sense tell me I’m going to win.” After losing to James in 2022, a great part of Marlinga’s optimism for the upcoming General Election is based on his...