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Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed are competing in a consequential race for Michigan’s US Senate seat, currently held by Gary Peters. Voters are considering various issues, including health care, affordability, economic pressures, and the candidates' backgrounds. The contest is defined not only by policy debates but also by associations with polarizing political figures.

Mike Rogers collected nearly $100,000 from key players in the telecommunications industry while serving in Congress and during his Senate bid. These contributions came from companies whose interests aligned with legislation he introduced regarding government data sharing. His subsequent work with AT&T coincided with introducing legislation that appeared to align with the company’s efforts against net neutrality.

Donald Trump attacked Democratic socialist candidate Abdul El-Sayed, calling him "full of s---" while arguing Democrats are embracing communism. These remarks were made during a Las Vegas speech where Trump labeled communism "the greatest threat" facing the United States. Meanwhile, El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's Democrat Senate primary and will face Mike Rogers in November for the seat vacated by retiring Sen. Gary Peters.

Donald Trump attacked Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, calling him 'full of s---' while arguing that Democrats are embracing communism. The attacks were part of a wider speech where Trump labeled communism as the greatest threat and mocked socialist policies by drawing comparisons to Venezuela. El-Sayed emerged victorious in his primary race, which vacated the seat held by Sen. Gary Peters.

Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s U.S. Senate primary, setting up a November race against Republican Mike Rogers. His victory, by a margin of less than 1 percentage point, marks a political breakthrough for progressives despite over $60 million in outside spending against him.

Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary over U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens, positioning him to face Mike Rogers in the November general election. The victory strengthens the Democratic Party’s progressive wing and highlights the importance of the Senate seat in Democrats’ efforts to flip control.

Michigan's Democratic primary features Abdul El-Sayed, a leftist backed by Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, narrowly leading centrist Haley Stevens, who is supported by Chuck Schumer and Gretchen Whitmer. The race reflects divisions over Israel policy, electability, and the party's future, with the winner facing Mike Rogers in November for a Senate seat vacated by Gary Peters. Results could influence Democrats' chances to gain Senate control.

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, holds a narrow lead over Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, though the race remains too close to call. The winner will face Republican nominee Mike Rogers in November to succeed retiring senator Gary Peters.

Abdul El-Sayed holds a narrow lead over Haley Stevens in the Michigan Senate primary, which remains too close to call. The winner will face Mike Rogers in November, with the state being crucial for the Democratic Party's Senate hopes.

Primary elections in Michigan and other states highlight the Democratic Party's internal conflict between progressive and establishment candidates. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate, faces Rep. Haley Stevens in a key Senate primary, with El-Sayed advocating for Medicare-for-all and ICE abolition.

Democratic voters in Michigan are deciding between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and centrist Haley Stevens for the Senate seat vacated by Gary Peters. The primary is described as the fiercest and most divisive Democratic race of the year.

Michigan's August 4 primaries highlight a Democratic Senate race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, testing party unity amid AIPAC's influence. The race, along with governor's primary and other contests in multiple states, will gauge Democratic strategies ahead of the 2024 elections.

WXYZ conducted interviews with U.S. Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers, and Haley Stevens ahead of the August 4 primary. El-Sayed and Stevens are competing for the Democratic nomination, while Rogers is the presumptive Republican nominee for the seat being vacated by Sen. Gary Peters.

The Senate race in Michigan is between candidates Stevens and El-Sayed. The primary election is scheduled for August 4, with voters selecting the Democratic candidate to replace retiring Gary Peters.

Mike Rogers, the presumptive Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, discusses his campaign to replace Senator Gary Peters. He highlights challenges like job losses, declining wages, and education rankings, advocating for cheaper energy, job creation, and reducing healthcare costs. Rogers emphasizes collaboration with President Donald Trump and local control over AI/data centers.

Haley Stevens, a four-term congresswoman from Birmingham, discusses her campaign for U.S. Senate in Michigan. She emphasizes manufacturing, education, healthcare, and data center regulation as key issues, highlighting bipartisan efforts and cost reduction strategies.

Haley Stevens, a congressional candidate for the U.S. Senate, addressed campaign finance concerns during a Lansing Regional Chamber event, defending her fundraising practices amid criticism from opponent Abdul El-Sayed. Stevens highlighted her support from former senators and accused El-Sayed of similar practices through a Super PAC funded by his father-in-law.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional hearing on his role in school closures and pandemic guidelines, refusing questions from Sen. Rand Paul. A released diary revealed Fauci's discussions with officials about closing schools, while Biden's pardon of Fauci and Paul's threats of contempt charges highlighted the political divide over the issue.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Republican-led Senate hearing on the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, declining to answer questions under subpoena by Sen. Rand Paul. Fauci stated he followed legal advice to avoid potential perjury charges, while Paul accused him of concealing complicity in the pandemic's origins through released diary entries.

Michigan Democrats face a choice between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and center-left Haley Stevens in the August 4 Senate primary. The race could determine whether Democrats retain control of the U.S. Senate and reflect broader national debates over the party’s direction. El-Sayed, endorsed by progressive figures like Bernie Sanders, challenges Stevens, who has support from Democratic establishment leaders including Gretchen Whitmer.

Michigan's 2026 August Primary features three key races: the Democratic and Republican gubernatorial primaries, and the Democratic U.S. Senate Primary for Senator Gary Peters' open seat. Candidates include Congressman John James, Perry Johnson, Jocelyn Benson, Chris Swanson, Haley Stevens, and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, with primary winners advancing to the November general election.

Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed debated corporate influence and support for Israel in their second one-on-one debate for the Michigan Senate primary, with El-Sayed criticizing Stevens over millions in funding. The primary is scheduled for Aug. 4.

The Democratic primary to succeed retiring US Sen. Gary Peters has become increasingly acrimonious in its final weeks. Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are the candidates in the Michigan US Senate race.

A new six-lane bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Canada, opened to traffic as an alternative to the privately owned Ambassador Bridge. The $6.4 billion Canadian-built bridge faces political tensions due to U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, which have strained cross-border trade relations.

A new six-lane bridge linking Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, opened to vehicles as an alternative to the Ambassador Bridge, despite trade disputes between the U.S. and Canada. The Gordie Howe International Bridge, built by Canada at a cost of $6.4 billion, faced political tensions including U.S. President Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The bridge will eventually allow free pedestrian and bicycle access.

The Democratic primary in Michigan features a contest between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed for the Senate seat, highlighting a divide between moderate and progressive factions. The election tests whether a progressive candidate can win in a purple state and has implications for Senate control.

Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Haley Stevens for the Michigan U.S. Senate Democratic primary. Stevens faces Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in a competitive race, with Whitmer's endorsement potentially influencing the outcome. The primary occurs on August 4, with the winner challenging Republican Mike Rogers in November.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens for the U.S. Senate Democratic primary. Stevens, a moderate, faces progressive Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in a competitive race as early voting begins. The primary on Aug. 4 will determine the Democratic candidate to face Republican Mike Rogers in November.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic US Senate primary race against Abdul El-Sayed. The primary is a key contest between the party's moderate establishment and progressive factions. The winner will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in November for a Senate seat previously held by Gary Peters.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, competing against Abdul El-Sayed. The primary on August 4 will determine the candidate facing Republican former Rep. Mike Rogers in November for a critical Senate seat previously held by Gary Peters.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Haley Stevens for the U.S. Senate race in Michigan. The endorsement highlights Stevens’ experience and shared policy priorities, including manufacturing and healthcare. The race follows U.S. Sen. Gary Peters stepping down at the end of his term.

Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Whitmer highlights Stevens' experience and alignment with her vision for Michigan. The primary is scheduled for August 4.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the state’s Democratic Senate primary. The primary on Aug. 4 will choose a candidate to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters, with Stevens competing against Abdul El-Sayed.

Democratic Sen. Gary Peters criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as a 'failure' and questioned his leadership in an Iran war context during a congressional hearing, stating that Hegseth is seeking $70 billion in additional funding despite the failure to win the war.

Elizabeth Warren endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate primary. El-Sayed faces Haley Stevens in a race critical to Democrats' Senate strategy. Warren criticized Stevens for receiving funds from the United Democracy Project.

Republicans highlight fraud in Medicaid and welfare programs during a Senate hearing chaired by Rand Paul, while most Democratic members of the panel absent themselves, with only Gary Peters attending. The Democrats' absence is portrayed as a failure to engage with the issue.

Bernie Sanders dismissed Rep. Haley Stevens, framing Michigan's Democratic Senate primary as a battle between progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed and the 'billionaire class.' Sanders highlighted $50 million in spending by wealthy donors and outside groups against El-Sayed, who faces Stevens in the August 4 primary. AdImpact data shows Stevens' super PACs outspent El-Sayed's campaign by 12-to-1.

Bernie Sanders dismissed Rep. Haley Stevens, stating the Michigan Democratic Senate primary is between Abdul El-Sayed and the billionaire class. Sanders claimed outside groups have spent $50 million against El-Sayed, highlighting a divide between progressive and establishment Democrats.

U.S. Sen. Gary Peters endorsed Haley Stevens for the Democratic nomination in the U.S. Senate race, prompting endorsements from figures like Jim Clyburn and Abdul El-Sayed. Other candidates, including Matt Maasdam, Jocelyn Benson, and Joanna Whaley, received endorsements from various organizations and individuals ahead of Michigan's August 4 primary.

U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin urges local officials to utilize the newly enacted bipartisan housing law to convert abandoned properties into housing and address regulatory barriers. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act includes $2 billion for housing conversions and a $200 million innovation fund to expand housing in communities like Detroit, Saginaw, and Flint.