Mike Rogers defends abortion stance in Michigan campaign ad

In a recent campaign ad, Mike Rogers, a Republican Senate candidate in Michigan, clarified his stance on abortion amidst attacks from his Democratic opponent, Elissa Slotkin. He acknowledged the complexity of pregnancy decisions and emphasized that Michigan voters had already made their choice regarding abortion rights through the enactment of Proposal 3 in 2022, which established the right to reproductive freedom. Rogers assured voters that he would not seek to alter this law if elected to the Senate. The ad was released in response to Slotkin's campaign, which has been running ads criticizing Rogers for his past support of abortion restrictions. Slotkin's ads highlight statements Rogers made in 1994, where he expressed support for all restrictions on abortion, and his previous endorsement of a human life amendment. These ads aim to sway voters by portraying Rogers as a threat to reproductive rights. Rogers has consistently stated his commitment to uphold Michigan's abortion laws and has distanced himself from any federal legislation that would contradict them. Abortion has emerged as a significant issue for voters in Michigan, ranking third in importance according to a recent Fox News Poll, while the economy remains the top concern. As the campaign progresses, Slotkin currently leads Rogers in polls, with a CNN poll showing her at 47% compared to Rogers' 41%. Despite this, the race is considered competitive, with the Cook Political Report labeling it a toss-up, indicating that both candidates have a viable path to victory in the upcoming election.