Stevens’s endorsement prompts dispute over her fiancé’s role

Politics · First reported 2 Nov, 20:35 · Updated 21:46

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Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers after losing the Democratic Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed. Her mother rejected claims that Stevens was pressured by her fiancé, Jason Turkish; The Hill’s brief account says the endorsement has divided Michigan Democrats.

Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers after losing the August Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed.
Her mother said Stevens made the decision independently and rejected claims that Turkish had pressured or “brainwashed” her.
The Hill’s brief account says the endorsement of Rogers by Stevens and Turkish divided Michigan Democrats.

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Key facts

Stevens: U.S. representative from Michigan who lost the Democratic Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed.
Endorsement: Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers after the primary loss.
Mother’s account: Maria Marcotte said Stevens made the decision herself and denied that Turkish pressured her.
Stevens’s stated concerns: She cited El-Sayed’s positions on Israel and his response to a political ad.