James Craig, Detroit Police Chief

Former police chief James Craig enters Detroit mayor's race
Former police chief James Craig says Detroit should elect him mayor based on his ties to the city and history as a public servant, not his political party. Why it matters: Craig is the only stated Republican so far in the nonpartisan race to lead a heavily Democratic city.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig announces run for mayor
As part of his mayoral campaign, Craig says he's "promising a mayoral administration rooted in integrity, stability, and economic opportunity for all Detroiters."
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Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig formally announced his mayoral bid Wednesday, kicking off his campaign with, "Hollywood Craig is back" to reporters at an east side barber shop.
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig explores running for Detroit mayor
Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has taken official steps to be a candidate for Detroit mayor, joining an already competitive race to succeed Mayor Mike Duggan.
Former police chief James Craig joins crowded Detroit mayoral race
After serving as Detroit’s police chief for eight years, Craig stepped down and ran for Governor in 2022. He filed as a write-in candidate after being disqualified from the Republican primary due to petition signatures. Read: 3 charged over fake signatures that kicked 5 GOP candidates off ballot for Michigan gov
Former police chief James Craig to announce run for Detroit mayor
The former longtime Detroit police chief is expected to announce his candidacy for mayor at a press conference Wednesday at 11 a.m. (watch above in our live player). Craig will be making the announcement from Executive Cuts on Jos Campeau in Detroit.
Former Police Chief James Craig announces Detroit mayoral bid
Craig, who also ran for governor and the U.S. Senate, outlined his priorities Wednesday, including supporting small businesses and boosting public safety.
James Craig announces run for mayor of Detroit
The former Detroit police chief spoke with the media from a small business Wednesday, officially launching his mayoral campaign.
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