Politics · October 8, 2026
Rogers, El-Sayed face off in Michigan
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Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed participated in their first of two scheduled debates for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat on October 8, 2026. The race, which aims to fill the seat vacated by retiring Senator Gary Peters, featured sharp exchanges over El-Sayed's professional credentials and healthcare policy. While Rogers questioned El-Sayed's use of the title 'doctor' due to his lack of a medical license, El-Sayed defended his medical degree from Columbia University and promoted a 'Medicare for All' platform. The race is currently considered highly competitive.
Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed participated in their first of two scheduled debates for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat on October 8, 2026. The race, which aims to fill the seat vacated by retiring Senator Gary Peters, featured sharp exchanges over El-Sayed's professional credentials and healthcare policy. While Rogers questioned El-Sayed's use of the title 'doctor' due to his lack of a medical license, El-Sayed defended his medical degree from Columbia University and promoted a 'Medicare for All' platform. The race is currently considered highly competitive.