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Senator Slotkin Skips Key Vote for Colbert Appearance

8/4/2025

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Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin's absence from a crucial vote on arms sales to Israel raised eyebrows as she chose to appear on Stephen Colbert's canceled show instead. While she detailed her reasons in a lengthy post, an apology was notably absent. The Senate ultimately rejected the bill, signaling a significant shift in Democratic support amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin's absence from a crucial vote on arms sales to Israel raised eyebrows as she chose to appear on Stephen Colbert's canceled show instead. While she detailed her reasons in a lengthy post, an apology was notably absent. The Senate ultimately rejected the bill, signaling a significant shift in Democratic support amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.