A more subdued but still critical showdown unfolded in Michigan’s high-stakes Senate race, where the Democratic and Republican candidates clashed in their final debate before voters decide which party will hold sway in the upper chamber. With control of the Senate hanging in the balance, the candidates—one a former public health official, the other a longtime lawmaker—focused on policy contrasts rather than sharp exchanges, offering a rare moment of measured discussion in a fiercely contested election. The debate highlighted key differences in their visions for the state’s future, though the tone suggested a shift from earlier, more heated exchanges. For voters weighing their options, the exchange could provide crucial insight into how each candidate would govern if elected.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers faced off in their second and final debate in the race for Michigan’s open Senate seat, a pivotal contest that could determine control of the upper chamber. The debate was less fiery than their first meeting earlier this month, but the former Wayne County health offical and ex-House...
