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Politics · November 1, 2026

Stevens staff resign over Rogers endorsement

Part of: Michigan Senate: El-Sayed vs. Rogers →
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Representative Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) announced her endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's U.S. Senate race on November 1. This decision comes just days before the midterm elections and follows reports of a rift between Stevens and the Democratic nominee, Abdul El-Sayed. Stevens stated she chose to cross party lines because she felt unwelcome in El-Sayed’s campaign and expressed concerns regarding his associates and campaign rhetoric. Following the endorsement, multiple staff members in Stevens' office reportedly resigned, and top Democratic leaders, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, criticized the move while maintaining support for El-Sayed.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Representative Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for the U.S. Senate.
  • The endorsement occurred on November 1, shortly before the midterm elections.
  • Stevens stated she did not feel welcome in Abdul El-Sayed's campaign.
  • Stevens appeared with Rogers at a church service in Detroit.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Staffers for Rep. Haley Stevens reportedly resigned following the endorsement.
  • Stevens specifically cited streamer Hasan Piker as a reason for her decision.
  • Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the move a 'despicable betrayal'.
  • Mehdi Hasan referred to Stevens as a 'traitor' on social media.
  • Stevens noted that El-Sayed released an ad featuring Tucker Carlson.

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