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Whitmer Endorses Stevens in Michigan Senate Race | Lansing News
Governor Gretchen Whitmer just threw her full support behind U.S. Senate candidate Haley Stevens, turning a heated Michigan Democratic primary into a statewide showdown with just days to go. Stevens, a moderate congresswoman, is battling progressive firebrand Abdul El-Sayed, and Whitmer’s endorsement—calling Stevens “as Michigan as it gets”—could tip the scales. While Stevens appeals to traditional Democrats and has backing from big names like the UAW, El-Sayed energizes progressives with bold healthcare plans but faces questions about electability and past controversies. Both candidates…
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