DETROIT, MI (WTVB) – Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers clashed in their second and final Michigan Senate debate last night, trading sharp personal attacks.
In an hour-long showdown that could decide control of the U.S. Senate, El-Sayed heavily focused his strategy on linking Rogers to President Donald Trump, calling his opponent a potential “sock puppet” for the administration. Rogers retaliated by challenging El-Sayed’s fundamental trustworthiness and loyalty to the country, attempting to frame the progressive former health official’s ideology as too extreme and costly for moderate Michigan voters.
The candidates showcased deep policy rifts on major national issues, sparred over the economy, and debated the ongoing war with Iran.
They also clashed on the Trump administrations immigration policies
Trade policies also exposed a rare fracture, as Rogers offered qualified criticism of Trump’s tariffs on Canada, calling them a “mixed bag” because of their impact on Michigan’s auto industry.
With the November midterms now less than two weeks away, both campaigns concluded the debate with competing economic visions focused on addressing inflation and the rising cost of living.
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