Michigan Democrats are bracing for a heated showdown in the state's Senate primary election, as Rep. Haley Stevens and former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed clashed in their first debate since state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign. The debate, hosted by Nexstar's WOOD TV8, marked a pivotal moment in the must-win Senate race for Democrats, who are eager to hold onto a crucial seat in the US Senate. With McMorrow out of the running, Stevens and El-Sayed are now the leading contenders, and their debate performance could prove decisive in determining the Democratic nominee. As the two candidates vied for support, they faced tough questions on key issues, highlighting the intense competition and high stakes in this critical Senate primary.


Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) and former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed sparred on a Tuesday debate stage in the must-win Senate race for Democrats. The Democratic primary debate, hosted by Nexstar's WOOD TV8, marked the first meeting between Stevens and El-Sayed since state Sen. Mallory McMorrow (D) suspended her campaign over the weekend. Her exit paved...