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Michigan GOP Senate hopeful Mike Rogers shifts stance on Canada tariffs

Original: If you're wondering why Mike Rogers - a Senate hopeful for the Republicans in Michigan - is now calling for tariffs agai

Mike Rogers, the Republican Senate candidate in Michigan, is now calling for tariffs against Canada to be dropped after previously supporting them. Observers suggest the reversal reflects internal campaign polling showing him trailing, prompting a shift toward positions more popular with Michigan voters, given the state's close economic ties with Canada.

Why now: Rogers appears to be pivoting on a costly trade policy as polling shows it could hurt his Senate campaign in a border state.

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• If you're wondering why Mike Rogers - a Senate hopeful for the Republicans in Michigan - is now calling for tariffs against Canada to be dropped - when he previously supported them - here's an indication why. His internals must reflect what public polling is showing him. #… · stribeprogblog@mstdn.ca · 5

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