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Mike Rogers Says Michigan Democrats Are Pushing Left on Israel in 2026 Senate Fight

The Republican hopeful casts the primary’s Israel debate as a political mistake for Democrats.

Dems are facing a moment of reckoning over how to approach long-term U.S. support for Israel amid the war in Gaza and the ongoing humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians.
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Overview

  • Rogers told Punchbowl News it is short-sighted and politically naive to say the United States should not allow Israel to defend itself.
  • Rep. Haley Stevens is regarded as the leadership favorite, touts a pro-Israel record, has Nancy Pelosi’s endorsement, has spoken with Chuck Schumer, and has benefited from AIPAC support.
  • State Sen. Mallory McMorrow, viewed by some pro-Israel groups as an ally, publicly urged AIPAC to stay out of the Democratic primary, citing voter concerns over PAC influence.
  • Abdul El-Sayed, linked to the 2024 “uncommitted” push in Michigan, has called for halting U.S. military aid to Israel as part of his campaign pitch.
  • The candidates are competing to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters as Rogers, who lost a 2024 Senate bid, positions himself as the likely 2026 GOP nominee.