Democratic lawmakers and party leaders have strongly condemned Representative Haley Stevens following her surprise decision to endorse Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's fiercely contested Senate race, just days before the midterm elections.
The late endorsement widened an existing intraparty rift between Stevens, a Detroit-area Democrat, and her former primary opponent, progressive Democratic nominee Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Stevens broke ranks to back Rogers after appearing with him at a church service, stunning national and state party figures.
Democratic leaders swiftly rebuked the move, reaffirming their unified support for El-Sayed in a crucial contest that could help determine control of the US Senate. El-Sayed dismissed the endorsement fallout, stating he remains focused on issues important to working families, while congressional Democrats rallied firmly behind the party's nominee.
