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Rogers and El-Sayed are set for their first debate in Michigan's Senate race after sparring online

Rogers and El-Sayed are set for their first debate in Michigan's Senate race after sparring online

Summary

Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed will have their first debate for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat on Thursday in Grand Rapids. The two candidates have been competing online and through ads in a closely watched race ahead of the November election.

Key Facts

  • Mike Rogers is a Republican and a former congressman.
  • Abdul El-Sayed is a Democrat and a former public health official.
  • The Senate seat in Michigan is currently open with no incumbent.
  • Rogers and El-Sayed have exchanged words online and through campaign ads before the debate.
  • This debate will be their first face-to-face meeting during this Senate race.
  • Rogers was unchallenged in the Republican primary on August 4.
  • El-Sayed narrowly won the Democratic primary by less than 1%.
  • The general election is set for November 3, 2024.
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