Many other prominent Democrats in the state - such as Gov. Their relationship has stayed strong since, according to Slotkin. met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, redrawn to shed some communities in northern Oakland County, Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics. Slotkin Reintroduces Safe Gun Storage Bill, Co-Sponsors New Gun Safety Measures. Dingell, whose late husband, John, was the longest-serving House member ever, represents suburban Detroit. John James knows he won't win. Her current We need a new generation of leaders that thinks differently, works harder and never forgets that we are public servants.. ", There are certain things that should be really simple like living a middle class life in the state that invented the middle class; like making things in America, so that were in control of our own economic security; like protecting our children from the things that are truly harming them; and preserving our rights and our democracy so that our kids can live their version of the American Dream," Slotkin said as part of a video to be released Monday launching her campaign. Tom Barrett: Democrat Elissa Slotkin Is Not a Moderate - Breitbart Live Results: Democrat Elissa Slotkin defeats Republican Tom It was launched by award-winning journalists who were laid off from the Livingston County Daily Press & Argus by Gannett Co. Inc. in 2009. Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney (right) campaigned for Elissa Slotkin (left) in the 2022 election. Slotkin moving up in the world? H.R.8215: VOICE Act of 2022. Thats why youve got to call Slotkin the favorite.. Michigans continued dependence on industrial manufacturing. Her opponent, Barrett, raised $2.5 million, spent $2.4 million, and had $63,172 of cash still left to spend as of October 19. You have to establish yourself as something separate from what people see on TV, and thats difficult. Elissa Slotkin Rogers described the Michigan Republican Party apparatus as dysfunctional and said that putting together a statewide, A Lenawee County resident is facing federal charges alleging he threatened to kill Jewish members of, What's next for the LGBTQ community with the expansion of the Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act, If tea leaves could scream, theyd be shouting that former Republican Congressman (and Livingston County favorite, HARTLAND Sarah Rekowski had her struggles during the regular season, not the least of which. I think she would be at the very top," Michigan Democratic strategist Amy Chapman, who was Barack Obama's state director in 2008, said in assessing Slotkin's primary prospects. Dont take my word for it, see her record,Barrett tweeted and included the link to ProPublica, which keeps track of congressional voters. One moment please. Many of the possible contenders have their own unique background that could distinguish them in a primary. I dont think you can overstate the uphill battle there.. Four Democrats who were considered early on as potential candidates Gov. @ElissaSlotkin's gaslighting of mid-MI voters is really something. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Last week, Slotkin traveled to Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan's two largest cities and both outside her district, to attend events commemorating King's birthday with Black leaders. Garlin Gilchrist and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow. Slotkin preps Senate run after winning tough reelection bid She's an anomaly in that she can win in this district as a Democrat, even after the redraw. Contact Todd Spangler: tspangler@freepress.com. In moving to Lansing to run in Michigan's new 7th District, Slotkin was viewed by Republicans as vulnerable because she would be new to about a third of the district's voters, many in rural GOP-leaning counties north of Lansing. (Courtesy photos) Michigans newly configured 7th Congressional District features a competitive race on Nov. 8 between two well-known officials: U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin and state Sen. Tom Barrett. Slotkin, an incumbent Democrat, was first elected in 2018 and is seeking her third term. She also discussed her mother, who died from ovarian cancer and had no insurance, and her family history - her grandfather founded Ballpark Franks. Slotkin used her regular internal political meeting that day to begin discussing steps she would need to take to explore a bid, according to a person with knowledge of the conversation who requested anonymity to discuss private planning. McMorrow made a national name for herself last year with an impassioned floor speech about her opposition to restrictions on race- and gender-related topics in schools. She had not pursued political office previously. I am so glad she is my representative but I'm afraid of who is going to replace her. Representative Elissa Slotkin, a Michigan Democrat and former C.I.A. Slotkin, who was reelected to a third term in the House in the 2022 midterms, announced Monday that she's running for the Senate in 2024. Do not sell or share my personal information. I never pretend to paint myself as a moderate.. 'I'm a third generation Michigander and my family has lived the American dream,' she says in the ad. Republican Rep. John James filed to run for re-election in his House seat. Upon Stabenow's announcement of her retirement, Slotkin hinted that she was mulling a run for Senate. More:Debbie Stabenow talks about 'suiting up' to represent Michigan and why she's stepping down. Its just not okay, the Republican said at the time, Im a conservative. They have disagreed on 0 votes out of 66 votes in the 117th Congress.. After Slotkin narrowly won reelection in 2020, new congressional maps divided her home in Holly just northeast of Lansing from the state Capitol, her district's population center and its Democratic voting base. But for now, Slotkin appears to be the most aggressive in acting in light of Stabenow's Jan. 5 retirement announcement, which surprised much of the Michigan Democratic establishment. The most obvious Republican to run, John James, already said he's out. Republican candidate for Michigans Seventh Congressional District state Sen.Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte), who is running against Democrat Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) in the midterm elections, slammed the congresswoman for voting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) 100 percent of the time. That was all a distant memory recently as Slotkin sat beaming next to Sen. Debbie Stabenow at a Lansing luncheon commemorating Rev. Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin, at a campaign rally in East Lansing, Mich., last November. WebFirst few paragraphs from the article: Representative Elissa Slotkin, a Michigan Democrat and former C.I.A. The GOP candidates challenging Slotkin have cited the first-term lawmaker's support of an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump as one of their reasons for The group also organizes voter registration and election turnout programs. According to her House biography page, Slotkin was recruited to serve overseas as an analyst with the Central Intelligence Agency, including three tours in Iraq, under then-Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Pro LBGTQ+ Dem candidate that has won multiple times in red country. We either need a more progressive alternative to run, or for Slotkin to commit on ending the filibuster, DC/PR statehood etc. Republican group eyes 3 Michigan Democrats in 2022 Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. All rights reserved. He previously served in the Michigan House of Representatives after beating Democratic first-term incumbent Theresa Abed in 2014. Another such candidate is Marcus Flowers, an Army veteran and former military contractor who is running to unseat Greene in a northwest Georgia district that she won Republican candidate for Michigans new Seventh Congressional District, state Sen. Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte), who will more than likely face off against Democrat I have a feeling that Peter Meijer doesn't want to be done with politics yet. Martin Luther King Jr. Fresh off a surprisingly comfortable 5 percentage-point victory, Slotkin was eager to praise Stabenow, the dean of Michigan Democrats, whose Senate seat is suddenly open after the four-term senator announced her plans to retire. Please let us know if you're having issues with commenting. Slotkin is facing a flurry of attacks from Republicans after she expressed concerns about Trump asking the president of Ukraine to investigate his top political rival. 1:46 U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Lansing, told the Free Press on Monday morning that she has made the decision to run next year for the U.S. Senate seat being Anyway, I wish Slotkin success. LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A big race many Michigan residents kept an eye on Tuesday night is who will be the candidate to run against Elissa Slotkin in November. Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery at Trinity Health? Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin is entering the race to replace retiring Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow, with a campaign launch video on her YouTube page and a US Slotkin would almost certainly face competition from fellow Democrats in one of the most politically competitive states in the U.S. She also served three tours in Iraq as an intelligence officer. Slotkin ran on promises to increase transparency and accountability and has kept a tight focus on national security issues while in office. analyst who has notched several high-profile victories in a challenging district, said Monday that she would run for the Senate seat being vacated by Senator Debbie Stabenow, a Democrat. Snyder said Slotkins fundraising prowess doesnt intimidate her. Gretchen Whitmer, who sailed to a second term. Michigan state Sen. Tom Barrett (R) has announced hell run for Congress in 2022, potentially setting up a high-profile race against Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D). Last week, the NRCC put Rep. Dan Kildee (D-Flint) on its list of 2022 midterm election targets. LANSING, Mich.. -- Just three months ago, Rep. Elissa Slotkin was one of the most vulnerable Democrats in Washington, fighting an expensive campaign for reelection in a Michigan district that Republicans were sure they could retake. In her first race in 2018, Slotkin who grew up in Holly in Oakland County, a member of the family that ran a meat-packing company that created Ball Park Franks defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Mike Bishop, R-Rochester, in a Republican-leaning district that backed former President Donald Trump in both the 2016 and 2020 elections. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. National Republican Senatorial Committee Communications Director Mike Berg said in a January statement that conservatives will "aggressively target this seat in 2024," in hopes of retaking a seat from the Democrats. 4:14. U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Lansing announcing shes running for U.S. Senate in 2024 in a video published online Monday morning. Benson won reelection by a wider margin in November than Gov. Has run in tough elections. As a member of the US Army for two decades, Barrett served in the Iraq war. I'll be sad to see her leave my district but happy that it will be for bigger and better things. Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin announced Monday that she's running for retiring Sen. Debbie Stabenow's seat in 2024, making her the first Democrat to declare a bid for the battleground state. Snyder told MLive she is offering voters a break from career politicians. Midterm ElectionPoliticsElissa SlotkinHouse of RepresentativesMichiganNancy PelosiTom Barrett. Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin, at a campaign rally in East Lansing, Mich., last November. ET on Wednesday November 9. In 2020, he came within 2 points of unseating incumbent U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich. James and Slotkin dont live in the same congressional district, but that could change following redistricting. Slotkin, 46, is seen as a formidable competitor and the early front-runner for the nomination. Elissa Slotkin Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) | Represent | ProPublica Farm Heroes Saga, the #4 Game on iTunes. "We need engaged citizens and principled leaders because together there is no problem we cannot solve.". Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin on Monday announced her bid for Michigan's open Senate seat, a key battleground contest that will help determine what party controls the upper chamber. Michigan State Board of Education member Nikki Snyder plans to challenge U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, for Congress in 2020. THOMAS BEAUMONT and JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated Press, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Elissa Slotkin We need to push diversity in our exports. The four Republican candidates who ran are Paul Junge, Kristina Lyke, Mike Detmer and Alan Hoover. She will perform well. Slotkin, a former intelligence officer and acting assistant Defense Department secretary under former President Barack Obama, has proven herself a formidable campaigner and prodigious fundraiser in three tough U.S. House races since 2018, making her the likely Democratic frontrunner in the race, depending on who else if anyone from the party decides to challenge her.