In Reversal, Former Primary Rival Will Campaign With El-Sayed
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Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan, who was defeated by Dr. Republican Mike Rogers, a former FBI agent, is running for the US Senate in Michigan in the 2026 midterm elections against Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. Covered by 18 outlets: 5 lean left, 6 are centre, 7 lean right.
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