Mallory McMorrow Withdraws from U.S. Senate Race in Michigan

State Senator Mallory McMorrow announced her withdrawal from the U.S. Senate race in Michigan on July 5, 2026, leaving a primary contest between U.S. Representative Haley Stevens and former Wayne County health chief Abdul El-Sayed. McMorrow informed her supporters of her decision earlier that day. In a video statement, she expressed gratitude to her volunteers and supporters, emphasizing her campaign's commitment to not accepting corporate PAC dollars. McMorrow's exit from the race comes as El-Sayed has gained traction in polling and Stevens has received substantial funding for advertising. Following her announcement, both Stevens and El-Sayed issued statements acknowledging McMorrow's contributions to the race. McMorrow's name will remain on the ballots for the upcoming primary election on August 4, 2026. Political analysts suggest that her endorsement could significantly influence the outcome of the primary, which is expected to be closely contested. The winner will likely face Republican Mike Rogers in the general election.