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Michigan Senate race sees party switch
First reported Oct 28, 7:24 PM ET · Latest Nov 1, 7:00 PM ET · Explainer updated Nov 2, 12:00 AM ET
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Where things stand
Rep. Haley Stevens withdrew her endorsement of Democratic nominee Abdul El‑Sayed and announced support for Republican candidate Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate contest, NBC News reports. The endorsement shift occurs amid a closely watched race that also features the two candidates as the primary contenders, according to CBS News.
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- “inside Cuba under tough U.S. sanctions.” — CBS News
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Timeline
What changed: Stevens’ reversal was reported on November 1, 2026, marking a new development in the campaign dynamics.
How this story developed
- New Cuba is experiencing tough U.S. sanctions.
Every report, newest first
- 11/1/2026: Michigan Senate Race; Cuba in Crisis; Wemby — CBS News
First, Michigan race: Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers. Then, inside Cuba under tough U.S. sanctions. And, Victor Wembanyama: The 60 Minutes Interview.
- New twist in critical Michigan Senate race — NBC News
Rep. Haley Stevens has pulled her endorsement of her party’s nominee Abdul El-Sayed, and has announced she is now backing his Republican opponent Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race. NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports.
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Questions
- It is unclear how Stevens’ switch will affect voter preferences, fundraising, or the final election outcome. Open
- It remains unclear how Stevens’ endorsement change will affect voter sentiment in Michigan and whether the intense ad barrage in Mississippi will alter the race’s outcome. Open
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More: background
The Michigan Senate race pits Democrat Abdul El‑Sayed against Republican Mike Rogers, each seeking the state’s seat in the U.S. Senate. An endorsement is a public declaration of support from a political figure, often influencing voters and signaling party unity.
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