Haley Stevens Switches Endorsement to Rogers
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Haley Stevens, who had previously endorsed Abdul El‑Sayed for Senate after losing to him in August’s Democratic primary, pulled a heel turn and endorsed his opponent, Republican Mike Rogers, over the weekend.
Stevens had spent months likening Rogers to Donald Trump and calling his agenda “extreme” and “corrupt.” The switch came a few days after her fiancé, Jason Turkish, announced that he was voting for Rogers, primarily because of El‑Sayed’s criticisms of Israel.
Stevens had been publicly critical of a pro‑El‑Sayed ad, but as of Friday she was telling everyone she spoke to, including the New York Times, that she still planned to vote for him.
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Timeline
- On March 11 2026 Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers.
- On August 1 2026 Stevens loses Democratic primary to Abdul El‑Sayed.
- On August 1 2026 Stevens and Turkish announce engagement.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Stevens’ endorsement shift influences Michigan Senate race Possible long-term US impact: Potential shift in Michigan political alignment Most affected groups: Michigan voters, Democratic and Republican parties Reader priority: Understanding political endorsements and personal influence
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