Republicans gain momentum toward capturing critical Senate race

Former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) is rapidly gaining momentum in his bid to win Michigan's open Senate seat, and polls predict a close race.

“It's clear that the momentum is completely behind Mike Rodgers,” Chris Gustafson, communications director for the Rodgers campaign, told Fox News Digital. “Mike criss-crosses the state speaking to families and small business owners while our unprecedented field efforts reach millions of voters on their doorsteps. That's not surprising.”

The newspaper said the comments come as Mr. Rogers has gained an edge in recent weeks against his Democratic opponent, Rep. Elissa Slotkin, in a key Senate race, down more than 5 points as of Sept. 23. However, as of Wednesday, the decline was only 2.7 points. Real Clear Politics voting average.

The race to replace retiring Michigan Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow has been rated a “Lean Demo” by FOX News Power Rankings, 270toWin and RacetotheWH, and is likely to determine control of the Senate in this year's election. It is one of the few electoral campaigns that can help. .

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But while former President Donald Trump broke through the fabled “blue wall” in 2016 and became the first Republican presidential candidate to win Michigan since 1988, recent elections have seen Republican Senate candidates They haven't done all that well at state.

Stabenow, who is retiring, has held the seat in the Senate since he was elected in 2000, but Michigan's other Senate seats have been held by Democrats since 1975, first by longtime Sen. Carl Mr. Levine, currently held by U.S. Sen. Gary Peters. The last Republican to win a Senate race in Michigan was Spencer Abraham in 1994, who served one term before losing his seat to Stabenow.

The Michigan Senate race between Elissa Slotkin and Mike Rogers is more competitive than initially expected. (Related news organizations)

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However, Mr. Peters narrowly defeated Rep. John James (R-Mich.) in the 2020 campaign by just over 1 percentage point, raising the possibility that Mr. Rogers could once again demonstrate Republican strength in the state. It was hinting.

Republican officials in the state believe Mr. Rogers is starting to capitalize on that momentum, with Republican operatives working together to knock on thousands of doors for the party's candidates, both up and down the ballot. He emphasized that

The push also includes merging the Trump and Rodgers campaigns, one Michigan Republican official told Fox News Digital, adding that the push also includes merging the Trump and Rodgers campaigns, citing issues that are important to Michigan voters, including resistance to inflation and electric vehicle subsidies. He pointed out that Rodgers' camp was winning on the most important issues as well.

Rogers' campaign continues to emphasize these issues as the election approaches, expressing optimism as the campaign heads into its final days.

Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago on August 22, 2024. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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“Whether it's a dangerous border, record prices for gas and groceries, or a job-destroying EV mandate, Mr. Slotkin has made it clear that he doesn't share Michigan's values. '' Gustafsson said. “Mike Rogers has proven that he will fight for the people of Michigan as much as he has always done. With only three weeks left, Mike can win and help elect Republicans, no matter what happens down the ballot. It’s in a good location.”

The Slotkin campaign did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment by publication deadline.

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