Hear from Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed as their midterms race makes headlines

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Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed, candidates in Michigan's senatorial race, appeared on "60 Minutes" as the midterm elections draw near. The appearance follows controversy surrounding Rep. Haley Stevens's recent endorsement of one of the candidates. CBS News reporter Ross Douthat covers this development.

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Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for Michigan's U.S. Senate race, and his former primary opponent Haley Stevens clashed publicly days before a scheduled campaign event in Detroit on October 31, 2026. Their feud intensified when Stevens demanded that El-Sayed disavow a controversial "anti-Israel" TV ad as a precondition for appearing at the rally together. As of November 2, 2026, El-Sayed's campaign asked Stevens to stay away from his events, citing distractions. This public rift highlights tensions within Michigan’s Democratic party, with some Democrats like Stevens criticizing El-Sayad for perceived antisemitism and support for controversial figures, while others remain loyal despite these concerns. The conflict has raised questions about unity in the run-up to crucial midterm elections.

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