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Stabenow Backs Stevens in Tight Michigan Senate Primary

5/7/2026

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Former U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens, saying she can beat Republican Mike Rogers.
The Democratic primary for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat is set for Aug 4 and includes Stevens, Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow.
Glengariff Group and Data for Progress polls gave Stevens a narrow lead, 25% to 23% over rivals.
Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Elizabeth Warren split national endorsements, backing Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow respectively.

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Former U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens, saying she can beat Republican Mike Rogers.
The Democratic primary for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat is set for Aug 4 and includes Stevens, Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow.
Glengariff Group and Data for Progress polls gave Stevens a narrow lead, 25% to 23% over rivals.
Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Elizabeth Warren split national endorsements, backing Abdul El-Sayed and Mallory McMorrow respectively.