Michigan Senate candidates debate policy and personal attacks in final forum

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers held their second Senate debate on October 21 in Southfield, Michigan. The seat is currently open, and the result could decide which party controls the Senate.

Rogers attacked El-Sayed's loyalty to the United States. He tried to link El-Sayed to overseas Islamist groups and donors connected to Hamas and Hezbollah. El-Sayed pushed back, saying Rogers relies on corporate money and follows President Trump too closely. He also accused Rogers of using planned buzzwords to confuse voters instead of discussing real issues.

Both candidates talked about foreign policy, immigration, healthcare, and Social Security. Observers said this debate was calmer and more focused than their first one two weeks earlier. Trump has planned a visit to Michigan before the November election.