Michigan Senate Debate Highlights Clash Over EV Policies, Abortion, and Inflation
Candidates Elissa Slotkin and Mike Rogers spar over electric vehicle mandates, reproductive rights, and economic issues in a closely watched race.
- Mike Rogers criticizes Biden's EV emissions standards, claiming they harm Michigan's car industry, while Elissa Slotkin defends them as essential for future competitiveness.
- Slotkin accuses Rogers of having a history of supporting restrictive abortion legislation, despite his current stance to uphold Michigan's voter-approved protections.
- Inflation remains a central issue, with Rogers blaming Democratic policies for high prices, while Slotkin emphasizes reshoring supply chains to reduce costs.
- The candidates also debate border security, with Slotkin blaming Republicans for blocking reforms and Rogers criticizing Democratic policies.
- Despite the tense exchanges, both candidates maintain a civil tone as they vie for the seat vacated by retiring Senator Debbie Stabenow.