Whitmer backs Haley Stevens in Michigan's Senate primary
Why it matters: The endorsement puts Michigan's Democratic governor behind Stevens in a closely watched race to replace Sen. Gary Peters.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in the state's Democratic Senate primary, giving Stevens support from one of the party's most influential figures in a high-stakes open-seat race. The contest will help decide who competes for the seat being vacated by Sen. Gary Peters. Whitmer had been closely watched for her choice in a primary that has drawn national attention inside the Democratic Party. Stevens is seeking to strengthen her standing in a competitive field as candidates line up support from prominent Democrats across Michigan and beyond.