Rep Stevens Urges El-Sayed to Focus on Michigan Amid Senate Race Concerns

Democratic anxieties are mounting in the Michigan Senate race. A recent Fox News poll shows Republican Mike Rogers leading Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. Michigan Representative Haley Stevens addressed these concerns in an interview with Jacqui Heinrich. Stevens defended the party’s platform, tackled demographic challenges, and shared strategies to engage key voters in the upcoming election.

Stevens urged Abdul El-Sayed, who won over her in Michigan’s primary, to cut ties with controversial streamer Hasan Piker. Speaking on ‘The Sunday Briefing’, Stevens emphasized that El-Sayed should now prioritize Michigan voters as he transitions to the general election. Despite her primary season criticism of Piker, Stevens backed El-Sayed, reaffirming her loyalty to the Democratic Party.

“It certainly makes sense to get rid of this Hasan Piker affiliation,” Stevens remarked. She compared Democratic plans for healthcare, democracy, and Black-owned businesses favorably against those of Republican Mike Rogers.

When questioned about El-Sayed’s actions to gain support from groups that favored Stevens. Such as Jewish voters, Black voters, or Reagan-era Democrats. Stevens highlighted her own successes with these demographics. She identified as a Zionist Democrat and affirmed the party’s inclusivity.

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate, was seen discussing campaign support poolside with Hasan Piker. His connection to Piker and the Democratic Socialists of America brand is under scrutiny as El-Sayed faces challenges in areas critical for Democratic success.

Stevens narrowly lost the primary but remains engaged in Democratic politics. She stressed the importance of inclusivity and safety for Democratic Party members. El-Sayed’s race against Rogers to replace retiring Democratic Senator Gary Peters is crucial for Democrats. This contest is one of several that could impact the Senate’s party majority.

A Fox News poll indicates El-Sayed is trailing Rogers by four points. He struggles to gain the support of Black voters, women, and suburban voters. This is in stark contrast to Kamala Harris’s performance in the 2024 presidential election. The Senate election in this swing state is slated for November 3.

Fox News reporters Paul Steinhauser and Alex Miller contributed to this report. Max Bacall serves as an associate editor at Fox News Digital.