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UAW Endorses El-Sayed, Backs Benson, Undermines Stevens

6/6/2026

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) officially endorsed Ann Arbor physician Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate.
UAW leaders also backed Jocelyn Benson for Michigan governor, signaling broader support for progressive candidates.
President Shawn Fain said the union’s internal committees will decide future endorsements after members raised concerns about corporate money in politics.
The endorsement was described as a setback for Rep. Haley Stevens, whose campaign relies on major auto-industry donations.

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) officially endorsed Ann Arbor physician Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate.
UAW leaders also backed Jocelyn Benson for Michigan governor, signaling broader support for progressive candidates.
President Shawn Fain said the union’s internal committees will decide future endorsements after members raised concerns about corporate money in politics.
The endorsement was described as a setback for Rep. Haley Stevens, whose campaign relies on major auto-industry donations.