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Mallory McMorrow Announces Bid for Michigan’s Open U.S. Senate Seat

The Democratic state senator emphasizes generational change, legislative achievements, and opposition to Trump’s policies in her campaign launch.

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Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow holds a book of the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 during the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Ill., on Monday, August 19, 2024.
FILE - Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow speaks at the Democratic National Convention, August 19, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

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.