Democratic candidate Elissa Slotkin and Republican challenger Mike Rogers are tied in the battleground state of Michigan to replace Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow, according to a Quinnipiac poll Wednesday.
Despite support from Democrats, Michigan’s two senators are tied at 48%. previous benefits of voting, According to Go to the voting station. Turning the seat red could give Republicans the advantage they need to regain the majority. senate. (Related article: ‘It’s time to close the gap’: Republican Senate hopefuls are falling behind Trump – but there’s still a path to victory)
Chris Gustafson, communications director for the Rodgers campaign, told the Daily Caller News Foundation that “Mike has dedicated his life to working for the people of Michigan, whereas Slotkin is simply trying to fight back against all the evil in Washington.” I’m just representing them,” he said.
Families are hurt by Harris and Slotkin’s policies.
Create jobs, lower food prices, close borders, and prevent radical EV mandates. That’s my day one challenge to get America back on track! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Cl9gglkKlf
— Mike Rogers (@MikeRogersForMI) October 9, 2024
“The people of Michigan continue to show Slotkin that they cannot lie and buy their way to the Senate, and instead they will block the job-destroying EV mandate and support us in the Senate.” “We’re looking for a true leader like Mike Rogers who represents our values.”
Mandating electric vehicles (EVs) is a recurring topic. meanwhile Polls show that 57% of likely voters oppose these government incentives. A majority of Republicans (91%) and independents (58%) oppose incentives to encourage consumers to buy EVs, while a majority of Democrats support incentives. (Related: Democratic Senate candidate signs NDA targeting CCP-related EV battery manufacturers, rejects gasoline car ban bill)
Slotkin tried to distance himself from EV mandates during the race, but repetition I voted to support them.
Some EV regulations, such as those from the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, require automakers to increase production of EVs and zero-emission vehicles by 2032. The Biden administration is also spending billions of dollars to boost EV production and adoption. .
Most polls leading up to Election Day had Mr. Rogers in the red. According to To FiveThirtyEight. Both Michigan Senate seats surely It has been dyed blue for nearly 40 years, elect In 1994, there was only one Republican senator, Spencer Abraham. (Related article: Cook Political Report shifts key battleground state Senate races in Republican favor)
Slotkin’s campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment from DCNF.
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