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Carville says El-Sayed can defeat Rogers in Michigan Senate race

Source: The Hill June 14, 2026 at 6:08 PM (13 hours ago) Michigan Senate Race

Democratic strategist James Carville expressed confidence that Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed can defeat Republican former Rep. Mike Rogers in Michigan's 2024 Senate race, contingent on El-Sayed securing the Democratic nomination.

Key Points

  • Carville believes El-Sayed is a viable candidate in the competitive Michigan Senate race
  • El-Sayed must first win the Democratic primary to have a chance against Rogers
  • Michigan is characterized as a 'red-tinged swing state,' indicating a competitive battleground