Rep. Haley Stevens Discusses Senate Primary and Party Unity

Democratic Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan stated on Thursday that she is moving on from the Senate primary, which she lost to Abdul El-Sayed, noting that their "differences were aired out." In an interview with "The Takeout with Major Garrett," Stevens remarked, "Everything that needed to be said in the primary was said," emphasizing the Democratic Party's inclusivity. Stevens acknowledged that the primary highlighted divisions within the party regarding U.S. support for Israel but asserted that the negativity should end. El-Sayed criticized Stevens during the campaign for her backing from the pro-Israel lobby, while he has expressed strong opposition to Israel's government and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Stevens identified herself as a Democratic Zionist and expressed confidence that there remains a place for her beliefs within the party. While she advocated for unity, she did not confirm whether she would campaign alongside El-Sayed against his Republican opponent, former Representative Mike Rogers, stating, "Abdul's got a big campaign to run. We did the unity deal." Stevens concluded by reiterating her focus on defeating Republican candidates.