# El-Sayed beats Rogers despite Stevens drama

> El-Sayed defeats Rogers after Stevens' endorsement sparks backlash.
- Title: El-Sayed beats Rogers despite Stevens drama · Salon | Shortify
- Summary: El-Sayed defeats Rogers after Stevens' endorsement sparks backlash. Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race despite Haley Stevens endorsing…
- Keywords: abdul el-sayed, mike rogers, haley stevens, michigan, senate race, democrat, republican, Salon
- Source: Salon — https://salon.com/2026/11/04/abdul-el-sayed-defeats-mike-rogers-despite-haley-stevens-drama
- Author: CK Smith
- Published: 2026-11-04T14:19:59+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: abdul el-sayed, mike rogers, haley stevens, michigan, senate race, democrat, republican, news, politics
## Senate race outcome
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeats Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat.
## Haley Stevens endorsement
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Rogers two days before Election Day after narrowly losing to El-Sayed in August primary.
## Campaign reactions
El-Sayed urged focus on voting while Rogers highlighted Stevens' support; both campaigns reported increased volunteers and funds.
## Key takeaway

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race despite Haley Stevens endorsing Republican Mike Rogers.