Michigan Senate Race Tests Progressives | Santa Fe News

Michigan Democrats faced off in a fiery Senate primary, pitting moderate Congresswoman Haley Stevens against progressive darling Abdul El-Sayed — a battle that revealed deep fractures within the party and tested whether grassroots energy could overcome establishment power. With millions poured in by outside groups and heavy backing from AIPAC for Stevens and Bernie Sanders allies for El-Sayed, voters split along ideological lines: some craving bold change to challenge an “oligarchy,” others trusting Stevens’ experience and cross-party pragmatism. The race turned on votes from Detroit’s Wayne County — a key swing area — where Stevens clawed back ground after El-Sayed’s early lead. Beyond the Senate, Michigan also chose its governor and House candidates, setting up pivotal November elections that could reshape the state’s political future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/89b1b0957c0faa74