Key facts
- Mike Bouchard, an Army veteran, won the Republican primary for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
- Bouchard is a Bronze Star recipient and served in the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Bouchard, citing his service and "fighting spirit."
- Key Republican congressional figures, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, also endorsed Bouchard.
- The district is considered competitive, and Bouchard will face Democratic challengers in the general election.
U.S. Army veteran Mike Bouchard has secured the Republican nomination for a competitive congressional district in Michigan, according to U.S. media projections. Bouchard, a Bronze Star recipient, is running to represent Michigan's 10th Congressional District. He received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, who highlighted Bouchard's military service and "fighting spirit."
Bouchard, who has not held office previously, is campaigning on a platform that includes fostering American manufacturing, completing the southern border wall, and increasing parental involvement in education. He has also drawn endorsements from other prominent Republican figures, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and GOP Conference Chair Lisa McClain.
The district was previously represented by Rep. John James, who won reelection in 2024 with 51.1% of the vote. James announced he would vacate the seat to pursue a gubernatorial bid. Bouchard's credentials and message are seen by Republicans as potentially sufficient to win the district, though it is considered competitive as the GOP aims to maintain its slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Bouchard will face Democratic challengers in the November 3rd general election.