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Trade Friction and Middle East Conflict Reshape the Battle for Michigan’s Open Senate Seat
In the high-stakes race to succeed retiring Senator Gary Peters, economic anxiety driven by U.S.-Canada tariff disputes and the ongoing military conflict in Iran has forced a major strategic shift. While Democrat Abdul El-Sayed ties rising household costs directly to Washington’s policies, Republican Mike Rogers is breaking with President Donald Trump on trade and foreign intervention to win over undecided Michigan voters.
Camila Henry • Oct 14, 2026 • 4m read
