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Gary Peters backs Haley Stevens in Democratic primary for Senate
The Detroit News • • nation
Key Points:
- Michigan U.S. Sen. Gary Peters endorsed Oakland County Congresswoman Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary to succeed his Senate seat, emphasizing her experience and ability to win tough elections.
- Peters criticized Stevens' rival, Abdul El-Sayed, for lacking elected office experience and highlighted the need for a proven candidate to maintain Democratic control of the Senate.
- The endorsement comes three weeks before the August 4 primary, where Stevens faces a competitive race against El-Sayed, with the winner expected to challenge Republican Mike Rogers in November.
- El-Sayed's campaign dismissed Peters' backing as establishment politics, framing the race as a choice between corporate power and progressive change.
- Peters expressed concern over the negative tone of the primary and stressed the importance of party unity to defeat Rogers in the general election.
