American politician, lawyer, senator from Michigan
A CNN review has resurfaced decade-old posts by Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, highlighting liberal views that diverge from her current moderate image. The posts include criticisms of rural voters and comments about cars, prompting criticisms from rivals while McMorrow defends the posts as normal for someone who has moved across the country.
The Michigan Democratic primary is shaping up as a contest over dark money and Israel, with Haley Stevens benefiting from a multi-million-dollar, allegedly linked-to-AIPAC ad push. Opponents accuse the effort of laundering influence as Democrats weigh the party’s direction ahead of the open Senate seat.
The Maine Senate contest is shaping up as a high-stakes battle between Democrat Graham Platner and Republican Mike Rogers, with outside groups spending heavily to influence the primary and general election. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed is drawing funding from a pro-progressive PAC, signaling a broader national tilt in Democratic races.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge remains closed despite calls to open it, with Mallory McMorrow accusing Donald Trump of blocking its opening to benefit a major donor. The scenario is unfolding as Michigan’s primary races intensify and the bridge becomes a point of political leverage.
McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate, leaving a two-person race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. The move intensifies competition in a key battleground state as Democrats weigh electability ahead of November.
A roundup of how AI openness debates, OpenAI leadership views, and the legal battles over social media's impact on youth are shaping tech policy and the public conversation.
The race in Michigan is evolving as candidates confront new stances and scrutiny ahead of the primary, with Democrats aiming to present cohesion and Republicans sharpening attacks. The coverage analyzes how primary opponents frame candidates and the potential impact on November.
A wave of progressive candidates is challenging establishment Democrats in several primaries. The DCCC has faced criticism for intervening in races, with mixed results across states including Michigan, Arizona, Maine and California. Voters are watching how Israel, healthcare and economic issues influence the outcome ahead of November.
Abdul El-Sayed faces Haley Stevens in a tight Michigan Democratic primary. The open seat for the U.S. Senate has become a battleground between anti-establishment progressives and the party establishment, with Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez backing El-Sayed and Stevens garnering establishment support.
A series of polls conducted July 23–27 show growing public unease over the Iran war, with only about 28% of US adults approving Trump’s handling of the conflict. Support for continuing military action has waned; costs like rising fuel prices are fueling concerns ahead of midterm elections.
Dr. Anthony Fauci has refused to answer questions at a Senate Homeland Security hearing, invoking the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times on advice of counsel. Chairman Rand Paul has said the committee will vote next week to hold Fauci in contempt; Republicans argue a 2025 pardon does not bar prosecution for new crimes such as perjury.