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politics2 years ago

From Impeachment to Endorsement: Former Critic Now Supports Trump for President

Peter Meijer, a Republican congressman who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump, has stated in an interview that he would support Trump if he becomes the GOP nominee in the 2024 presidential election. Meijer also submitted a court filing arguing for Trump's name to appear on Michigan ballots next year. He expressed frustration with the Democratic Party's "cynical calculation" and criticized the Republican establishment for not understanding the appeal of Trump. Meijer is running for the Senate in Michigan and faces a tough primary against former Rep. Mike Rogers and former Detroit Police Chief James Craig.

via POLITICO|
#2024-election#donald-trump#gop
politics2 years ago

"Michigan GOP Faces Backlash for Criticizing Peter Meijer's Senate Bid"

Former Michigan Rep. Peter Meijer's entry into the state's Senate race has been met with resistance from the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC). The NRSC expressed concerns about Meijer's viability in a primary election and the potential for him to split the moderate vote, hindering the chances of a Republican victory in the general election. Meijer, a centrist who has distanced himself from Donald Trump, lost a House primary in 2021 after voting to impeach Trump. The NRSC has been actively involved in shaping primary races to avoid controversial nominees and improve their chances of winning in key states.

via POLITICO|
#michigan-senate-race#national-republican-senatorial-committee#peter-meijer
politics2 years ago

"Ex-House Republican Peter Meijer Challenges Michigan GOP with Senate Bid"

Former Republican Congressman Peter Meijer, who voted to impeach former President Trump, has announced his candidacy for Michigan's vacant Senate seat. Meijer lost his House seat in the 2022 primary but believes he has the best chance of reclaiming the seat for Republicans. Michigan is seen as a prime pickup opportunity for Senate Republicans after Senator Debbie Stabenow announced she would not seek re-election. Meijer joins a competitive GOP primary that includes former Congressman Mike Rogers and former Detroit Police Chief James Craig.

via Fox News|
#impeachment#michigan#peter-meijer
politics2 years ago

"Peter Meijer, GOP Congressman Who Backed Trump's Impeachment, Enters Michigan Senate Race"

Former U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer has announced his candidacy for the Republican Party's nomination in Michigan's open U.S. Senate race. Meijer, an Iraq War veteran and grandson of the founder of the Meijer supermarket chain, lost his bid for reelection in 2022 after facing backlash from Republicans for voting to impeach former President Donald Trump. He joins a crowded GOP primary field that includes former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers and former Detroit police Chief James Craig. On the Democratic side, three-term U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin and actor/businessman Hill Harper are among those seeking the nomination.

via Detroit News|
#gop#michigan#peter-meijer
politics2 years ago

Peter Meijer, Republican who backed Trump's impeachment, joins Michigan's Senate race

Peter Meijer, a Republican who was voted out of Congress after supporting the impeachment of former President Donald Trump, has announced his candidacy for an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan. Meijer, an heir to a grocery store empire, joins a crowded field of candidates vying for the seat held by Democratic Senator Debbie Stabenow. Despite facing challenges in a Republican primary due to his impeachment vote, Meijer's name recognition and fundraising ability make him a top contender. If he secures the nomination, Meijer could present a formidable challenge to the Democratic nominee in a state that has trended Democratic in recent years. Defending the Michigan seat is crucial for Democrats as they seek to maintain their slim majority in the Senate.

via Yahoo News|
#impeachment#michigan#peter-meijer
politics2 years ago

Peter Meijer, Republican Congressman Who Backed Trump's Impeachment, Runs for Michigan Senate

Former Republican congressman Peter Meijer, who voted to impeach Donald Trump, has launched his campaign for a Michigan Senate seat. Meijer's impeachment vote could attract support from moderate or independent voters, and his family's wealth could provide self-funding opportunities. He joins a crowded GOP primary field with two major candidates already in the race, and the incumbent Democratic senator is retiring. Meijer's legislative priorities include reforming war powers and veterans issues.

via POLITICO|
#campaign-launch#gop-primary#impeachment-vote
politics2 years ago

Peter Meijer Enters Michigan Senate Race as Republican Candidate

Former Congressman Peter Meijer has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in the 2024 Republican Primary, aiming to replace Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow. Meijer, who served one term in the U.S. House, faced defeat in a primary election after voting to impeach former President Trump. He believes he has the best chance of reclaiming the seat for Republicans and advocating for a conservative future.

via WOODTV.com|
#debbie-stabenow#michigan#peter-meijer