Politics

Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Senate race

The unexpected endorsement by a high-profile Democratic congresswoman two days before the midterm elections intensifies internal party divisions in a battleground state crucial for control of the US Senate.

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Published November 2, 2026, 05:46 (Brasília time) · 2 min read

Representative Haley Stevens speaks to reporters with microphones, standing next to Mike Rogers. — Representative Haley Stevens speaks to the press alongside Mike Rogers. Photo: Reprodução/France 24

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The essentials of this story

What happened: A Democratic congresswoman endorsed her party's Republican opponent in a key Senate race.
Who is affected: The Democratic Party, candidate Abdul El-Sayed, and Republican candidate Mike Rogers.
What changes: The endorsement highlights deep internal party divisions and has triggered staff resignations and a surge in fundraising for the Democratic nominee.

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