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Harris campaigns with Michigan Senate nominee
Former VP Kamala Harris visits Michigan to boost Democrat Abdul El-Sayed's Senate bid against Republican Mike Rogers.
In brief
Former VP Kamala Harris visits Michigan to boost Democrat Abdul El-Sayed's Senate bid against Republican Mike Rogers. Harris is actively campaigning in a key battleground state where Democrats need to win to control the Senate. Originally reported by ABC News.
Harris heads to Michigan next week
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign with Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan. This is their first public appearance together since she endorsed him after his primary victory.
Focus on Black maternal health
Harris and El-Sayed will attend a roundtable on Black maternal health on Tuesday. El-Sayed is a doctor and former head of health departments in Detroit and Wayne County.
Michigan is crucial for Senate control
Democrats need to flip four Republican-held seats to take a Senate majority. Michigan's seat, currently held by Democrat Gary Peters, is a must-win as they try to prevent Republicans from gaining control.
El-Sayed faces Republican Mike Rogers
El-Sayed, a progressive Democrat, faces former U.S. Representative Mike Rogers in November. Republicans have attacked El-Sayed as a radical liberal, while Democrats have unified behind him after a divisive primary.
Harris eyes 2028 presidential run
Harris, who lost the 2024 presidential race to Trump, is seen as a possible 2028 candidate. Michigan will be the fifth state to vote in the Democratic presidential primary.
Harris meets local Democratic leaders
While in Michigan, Harris will also meet with local elected officials and Reverend Wendell Anthony, president of the NAACP's Detroit branch, to strengthen Democratic support.
The one thing
Harris is actively campaigning in a key battleground state where Democrats need to win to control the Senate.
