Former Michigan Representative Haley Stevens Endorses Republican Candidate Mike Rogers
Former U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens, who lost her Democratic primary bid for the Senate, publicly endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in the recent Michigan election.
Former U.S. Representative Haley Stevens, who was defeated in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in August, announced an endorsement of Republican candidate Mike Rogers on Tuesday. Stevens, a 43-year-old from suburban Michigan, said she was supporting Rogers despite having previously run as a Democrat. The endorsement came shortly before the election, which resulted in a victory for Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed over Rogers.
"I’m endorsing Mike Rogers because I believe he is the best choice for Michigan," Stevens told reporters.
El-Sayed’s win was confirmed by state election officials, and Rogers conceded the race. Stevens, who had not appeared on the ballot for the Senate race, has not indicated plans for future political campaigns.
The endorsement and the election outcome were noted by local observers as unusual given Stevens’ prior affiliation with the Democratic Party.