- Representative Haley Stevens broke party lines to endorse Republican candidate Mike Rogers over fellow Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's crucial U.S. Senate race.
- Stevens defended her last-minute decision on CNN, explaining she changed her mind after El-Sayed indicated she was not welcome in his campaign.
- Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer condemned the move as a despicable betrayal, while several members of Stevens' staff resigned immediately.
- Republican candidate Mike Rogers and President Donald Trump welcomed the endorsement, praising Stevens for showing courage.
- El-Sayed dismissed the endorsement's impact on the election, stating he remains focused on the issues affecting Michigan voters.
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