Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination, significantly altering the primary race to succeed sitting Democratic Senator Gary Peters.
Primary Race Reshaped
McMorrow’s decision follows a June 16 poll showing her support had dropped to 6%. She expressed gratitude to her team and voter base in a post announcing the suspension of her campaign.
The remaining Democratic candidates, U.S. Representative Haley Stevens and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, have released statements acknowledging McMorrow’s exit. El-Sayed is running on a progressive platform with endorsements from notable figures, while some party members have raised concerns about his viability in the general election.
McMorrow first gained national recognition in 2022 after a viral speech on the Michigan Senate floor, where she responded to a fundraising email from a Republican colleague regarding parental rights, critical race theory, and LGBTQ+ issues.
The Republican side of the ticket has capitalized on the news, with the Michigan Republican Party issuing a statement positioning former Republican Representative Mike Rogers for the general election.
Original reporting: Tampa Free Press — read the source article.
