Overview

• Mallory McMorrow is the first high-profile Democrat to officially enter the race for the Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Gary Peters.
• Her campaign focuses on bringing new leadership to Washington, citing frustration with current Democratic leadership and Republican policies.
• McMorrow gained national recognition in 2022 for a viral speech defending LGBTQ+ rights and has a legislative record on gun control, reproductive rights, and economic reforms.
• She criticized Donald Trump’s administration and its policies, including Project 2025, in her campaign announcement video.
• The Michigan Senate race is expected to be a pivotal battleground in 2026, with Republicans targeting the seat to expand their Senate majority.