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John James: “Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson... lost five cases based…”

Featuring: John James, Republican | U.S. House, Michigan, District 10

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Published August 12, 2026 | Video Starts at 12:27

I have proposed five debates, accepted three, and we're in negotiations for two more with Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. She has a lot Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson... lost five cases based upon her conducting of elections in the past. her involvement on the board of the SPLC when they're alleged to give $2 million or more to the KKK and other fringe organizations, and also allowing at least 16 illegal immigrants to vote in our elections. (12:27–12:39)

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Asserts that Jocelyn Benson lost five election-related court cases.

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“For those who are on Social Security, no tax on Social Security.”
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