El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
Summary
The Michigan Democratic Senate primary is still too close to call, with progressive Abdul El-Sayed slightly ahead of moderate Haley Stevens as votes continue to be counted. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in November, a key race that could help decide control of the U.S. Senate.Key Facts
- Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former health official, and Haley Stevens, a moderate congresswoman, are competing in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.
- El-Sayed holds narrow leads in Kent, Washtenaw, Kalamazoo, and Ingham counties.
- Stevens leads in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and Genesee counties.
- Over 85% of votes are counted, but the final outcome is still uncertain.
- The seat opened due to Democratic Senator Gary Peters retiring.
- El-Sayed is supported by progressives including Senator Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- Stevens was recruited by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and backed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
- The campaign has been contentious, especially over U.S.-Israel relations and outside funding influences.
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