Michigan progressive Abdul El-Sayed says ‘ogre’ remark not directed at rival

During the final televised debate before the August 4 primary, Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed addressed controversial leaked audio. He clarified that his remark about putting an ogre on a pike referred to US Senator John Fetterman, not his opponent Haley Stevens. Meanwhile, Representative Haley Stevens dismissed concerns regarding millions of dollars in outside spending supporting her campaign. The exchange occurred as both candidates faced questions on their records and public statements.