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Michigan Democratic Fundraiser Draws Scrutiny Over Veterans Day Post Honoring Nazi Officer Grandfather

A Haley Stevens spokesperson rejected ties to the fundraiser, underscoring fresh vetting questions for Michigan Democrats.

Overview

  • Kelly Neumann’s Nov. 11, 2024 post praised her grandfather’s service on the German side in World War II and included photos described as Nazi regalia.
  • Neumann co-chairs finance committees for Mallory McMorrow’s Senate bid and Jocelyn Benson’s gubernatorial run and has hosted events for several other Democrats.
  • A spokesperson for Rep. Haley Stevens said she rejects antisemitism and would not have participated in a 2025 fundraiser had the post been known.
  • FEC records cited in the reporting show Neumann did not personally donate directly to the campaigns of Stevens or Jeremy Moss despite hosting events.
  • Fox News reported the post appears to have been removed after the outlet requested comment, and prior reporting resurfaced about a 2023 luxury trip funded by Neumann’s law firm that drew conflict-of-interest questions.