Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary
Summary
Michigan Democrats are voting in a Senate primary between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November Senate race, which is important for control of the U.S. Senate in 2027.Key Facts
- The Michigan Democratic Senate primary is between Rep. Haley Stevens (moderate) and Abdul El-Sayed (progressive).
- The winner will run against Republican Mike Rogers, who is unopposed in his primary.
- The race is seen as a contest between the Democratic establishment and progressive wings of the party.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer supports Stevens; Senators Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez back El-Sayed.
- Stevens is a four-term congresswoman focusing on manufacturing and the economy in Michigan.
- Stevens’ campaign received significant outside funding, including from the pro-Israel American Israel Public Affairs Committee.
- El-Sayed, former Wayne County health director, supports Medicare for All and campaign finance reform, and opposes military aid to Israel.
- Michigan voters are also choosing candidates for House races and to replace Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who cannot run again due to term limits.
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