American politician, U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 11th district since 2019
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 Democratic primary in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District is shaping up as the state’s most high-profile contest, while Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not voted since March and has not appeared publicly amid a personal medical issue. Four Democrats are competing to unseat him in a district pollsters say is pivotal for control of the House.
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.
Across US politics, support for Israel is waning amid calls to reassess military aid; Democrats and Republicans are rethinking the framework, with prominent voices urging a recalibration of aid and diplomacy.
The White House has removed two Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission and accepted a Republican member’s resignation, narrowing the panel ahead of the midterms. The action follows a Supreme Court ruling expanding presidential authority over independent agencies and comes amid broader moves to shape election administration. Agencies warn officials of potential prosecutions for interfering with voting and residents are urged to ensure compliance with new election rules.
Troy Jackson has been chosen by Maine Democrats to replace Graham Platner as their U.S. Senate nominee. Delegates at a special convention in Bangor have awarded Jackson an overwhelming victory; he now faces incumbent Sen. Susan Collins in a race Democrats view as key to winning Senate control in November.
Anthropic and a web of AI safety groups are boosting political advertising through large donations to allied super PACs and nonprofits. FEC filings show rising spending as midterms approach. Major donors include Anthropic executives and OpenAI-aligned figures.
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.
Democrats have launched an affordability-focused campaign as 100 days remain before the midterms. Jeffries vows to cut living costs, emphasize healthcare, and crack down on price gouging while Democrats seek to regain a House majority amid concerns about Iran and economic pressures.
A Michigan Democratic Senate primary is shaping around the Israel issue, with Haley Stevens backed by major pro-Israel donors and Abdul El-Sayed pressing a more critical stance. Local voters and a Black Detroit organizer indicate Israel policy could become a decisive factor, despite Stevens’ longstanding ties to the community.
OpenAI has unveiled Project Camellia, a 1,400-acre data center campus in Effingham County, Georgia, with 3.2 gigawatts of power. The project promises thousands of jobs, $80 million in community benefits, and up to $71 million in Codex credits for Georgia students, while stressing that residents’ electricity costs will not rise.
Trump has endorsed Darline Graham Nordone in the South Carolina special Senate race, prompting rival candidates to pledge loyalty to the president and outline paths to victory. Sanford, Fry, Norman and Lynch have entered the race, while Gowdy remains a potential wildcard. The field is consolidating around pro-Trump positions and policy priorities.
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.
During a heated Michigan Senate primary debate, Abdul El-Sayed insists on calling John Fetterman an "ogre" and argues the attack signals a broader strategy in a race defined by rhetoric, endorsements, and strategy. Haley Stevens counters with a focus on Michigan voters and long-term party unity.
trump has used a Michigan rally to push his tariff policy, claiming benefits for GM while acknowledging higher costs for consumers amid ongoing inflation and industry pressures. He points to investments in US manufacturing and a strengthened auto sector, even as critics warn about real-world costs in battleground states.