Michigan Senate Democratic primary race remains too close to call as El-Sayed holds narrow lead – US politics live
Summary
The Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan is very close, with Abdul El-Sayed holding a small lead over Haley Stevens as most votes are counted. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election.Key Facts
- Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens with about 49.5% to 45.78% of the vote in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.
- Over 95% of votes are counted, but the race remains too close to call.
- The seat is open because Democratic Senator Gary Peters is retiring.
- Mike Rogers, a former representative, won the Republican nomination without opposition.
- The race is seen as a contest between the Democratic Party’s progressive wing and its establishment wing.
- In Michigan’s governor race, Democrat Jocelyn Benson will face Republican John James, who was endorsed by President Trump.
- Other notable primaries include progressives winning in Michigan and Missouri, and Trump-backed candidates advancing in Kansas and Washington state.
- Ohio Republican Representative Max Miller faces calls to resign amid domestic abuse allegations but refuses to step down.
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