James declares the “surrender RINO caucus” extinct. With Michigan Republicans showing signs of renewed backbone, he explains why Gretchen Whitmer is dragging her feet on calling a special election: the new GOP isn't like the old one. He traces Whitmer's dominance through the 2022 election, contrasts it with the gridlock of 2025, and warns politicians that the game has changed.

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