A Michigan congresswoman’s rapid political shift has put Israel at the center of her evolving alliances, as she abandoned a primary opponent over differing views on the issue. After losing to a Democrat in the primary, she endorsed a Republican candidate she had previously criticized for supporting Trump’s policies, citing a lack of alignment on Israel. The move underscores how the conflict has reshaped her political strategy, forcing unexpected partnerships in a tight race. Read more about the unexpected turn in her campaign.
The issue runs through almost every twist and turn and has come to define the congresswoman’s political personaFor Haley Stevens, the road from Democratic Senate candidate to campaigning alongside a Republican she once called a rubber stamp for Donald Trump has been remarkably short – and the issue running through almost every twist and turn has been Israel.Having failed to stop Abdul El-Sayed in the primary, Stevens chose to back Republican Mike Rogers on Sunday, a candidate who she previously warned would enable Trump’s agenda – apparently because the Democrat who won refuses to share her position on Israel. Continue reading...
