Justin Michal
Republican candidate for U.S. House in Michigan
MI-01 Republican nominee?
$4.5K
AUG 5, 2026Primary Election
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$4.5KAUG 5, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Army veteran
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationMichigan
BackgroundU.S. Army veteran
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EducationMBA, Florida Atlantic University (2021)
Notable personal detailsJustin Michal is a Republican candidate for U.S. House Michigan’s 1st Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He is a U.S. Army veteran and has described himself as a conflict resolution expert and Ph.D. candidate. He is based in Grayling, Michigan and filed with the FEC as a challenger in MI-01.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Justin Michal has proposed a federal DISASTER Relief Act that would allow individuals to deduct up to $50,000 in qualified disaster-related personal expenses from federal taxable income. There is no clear, broader public record on his general tax philosophy (e.g., across income brackets or corporate taxation) in available campaign materials and local coverage.
Healthcare
Supports lowering premiums and drug prices while protecting Medicare and coverage for people with pre-existing conditions. Favors expanded choice and competition in insurance markets and reducing federal government overreach in healthcare. Proposes increasing federal support for community health centers and addressing shortages in rural/remote areas and substance-abuse treatment.
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Immigration & Border
Supports secure borders and legal immigration while emphasizing full enforcement of immigration laws, including detention and deportation carried out respectfully. Advocates immigration reform but frames policy with enforcement-first language focused on sovereignty and law enforcement.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate strongly defends the Second Amendment and describes himself as an advocate for firearm ownership and an NRA-certified instructor, emphasizing responsible gun ownership through education and training. He states opposition to laws that would restrict Second Amendment freedoms and frames defending those rights as an unwavering commitment.
Latest News
There is no clear recent news about Justin Michal in the provided summaries. The items mostly cover other races and broader election trends, not specific developments involving him. Based on this set, his current news profile is unclear.
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Campaign Fundraising
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2026
LatestCycle 2026
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