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NewsNY Post PoliticsMay 3, 2026United States

Michigan Senate Candidate Mallory McMorrow Addresses Past Social Media Comments

Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow is facing renewed scrutiny over past social media posts regarding rural America and coastal elites. During a recent interview, McMorrow stood by her past comments while discussing her current campaign for the U.S. Senate.

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Why It Matters

The candidate's past statements are being highlighted during a competitive Democratic for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, which will be decided by voters on August 4.

Key Facts

  • Mallory McMorrow is running in a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by retiring Senator Gary Peters.
  • The Michigan primary election is scheduled for August 4.
  • Recent polling shows a three-way race: Abdul El-Sayed at 23%, Mallory McMorrow at 20.7%, and Haley Stevens at 20.3%.
  • McMorrow confirmed she stands by past social media posts from 2016 that criticized rural America and suggested coastal elites have a better understanding of the country.
  • McMorrow stated during a CNN interview that she sees parallels between the Trump administration and authoritarianism.
  • Republican candidate Mike Rogers is expected to secure the GOP nomination for the Senate seat.

Who's Mentioned

personElissa Slotkin“U.S. Senator who defeated Mike Rogers in 2024”personGary Peters“Retiring U.S. Senator from Michigan”personMallory McMorrow“Michigan state senator and candidate for U.S. Senate”personMike Rogers“Republican candidate for U.S. Senate”personAbdul El-Sayed“Democratic primary candidate for U.S. Senate”organizationCNN“Media outlet that conducted the interview”personHaley Stevens“Democratic primary candidate for U.S. Senate”