American politician, Michigan Senate 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.