Democrats Warn Haley Stevens ‘Seriously Hurt Herself’ With GOP Senate Endorsement
Democratic leaders are sharply criticizing U.S. Representative Haley Stevens following her decision to break party ranks and endorse Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's high-stakes Senate race. The unexpected endorsement arrives on the heels of tension between Stevens and her former primary rival, Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed, whom she narrowly lost to in August.
The move has triggered swift condemnation from both state and national Democratic figures. Speaking on CNN, Michigan Democratic Representative Debbie Dingell stated that Stevens "seriously hurt herself" politically and admitted she was stunned by the decision after previously discussing the matter. Meanwhile, top congressional Democrats have reaffirmed their support for El-Sayed, whose campaign reported a surge in momentum, raising $1.2 million in the hours following the endorsement.
Conversely, the cross-party endorsement earned praise from prominent Republicans, including President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson. The Michigan contest remains a crucial battleground race that could ultimately help determine control of the U.S. Senate as voters head to the polls.
