A Democratic congresswoman’s fiancé has publicly backed her Republican opponent in Michigan’s Senate race, citing concerns over alleged antisemitic remarks made by her former primary rival. The accusation stems from comments made during the campaign, which the congresswoman’s partner says have raised serious questions about the Democratic candidate’s character. The endorsement marks a rare and contentious shift in political alliances ahead of the election. The controversy centers on whether the remarks crossed a line, adding a new layer to an already competitive race.
The fiance of Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) said this week he would support GOP candidate Mike Rogers over Stevens’s former Democratic primary rival, Abdul El-Sayed, in Michigan’s Senate race. In an interview published Wednesday, Jason Turkish accused the Democrat of using antisemitic language on the campaign trail. “We have never seen a candidate for U.S....