Michigan’s Senate Race Turned Ugly. Democrats Eyeing 2028 Are Watching Closely

Polls point to Abdul El-Sayed having a good showing on Tuesday over Haley Stevens

Michigan voters will head to the polls to select nominees for the state’s top offices, putting the spotlight on one of the most prominent battleground states in the country.  During Tuesday’s primary election, residents will cast ballots in multiple races, including the governor’s race, a swing U.S. Senate race, and on

A poll out of Michigan showed 24 percent of likely Democrat voters siding with former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg (D) to run for president in 2028.

August 02, 2026 1:20 PM ET The Democratic establishment could lose its stronghold in Michigan as candidates are set to face competitive matchups from candidates to their left in Tuesday’s primary races. Candidates endorsed by the Democratic establishment will face off with candidates backed by independent Vermont Sen.

Nixon’s fight or Vindman’s millions? Democrats weigh choice for U.S. Senate race  Miami Herald

As Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed vie for the Democratic nomination, voters are debating which way the party should go: establishment or insurgent; progressive or more moderate; new media or old.