Surprise endorsement in Michigan Senate race a 'huge distraction,' says Rep. Dingell

11/2/2026, 11:35:57 PM

PBS News

Nov 2, 2026 6:35 PM EST

Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens’ decision to back Republican Mike Rogers in the U.S. Senate race has sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party. To discuss the shifting dynamics in the Senate race, Amna Nawaz spoke with Michigan Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell.

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Amna Nawaz Amna Nawaz

Amna Nawaz serves as co-anchor and co-managing editor of PBS News Hour.

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Source: PBS NewsHour · Amna Nawaz, Ali Schmitz

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