Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race

Michigan Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers over Abdul El-Sayed in the U.S. Senate race, drawing criticism from Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell, who called the endorsement a “huge distraction.” Vice President JD Vance said it could give some Michigan voters “permission” to support Rogers. Several Stevens staff members reportedly resigned after her announcement.

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