# Mike Rogers

> Michael J. Rogers is a Republican politician and former FBI special agent who served as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 8th congressional district from 2001 to 2015. He previously served in the Michigan State Senate and as a U.S. Army officer. He is the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan in 2026.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: None
- State: MI
- Race: Michigan U.S. Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: St. Joseph, Michigan
- Race rating: Toss-Up
- Campaign website: https://rogersforsenate.com/

## Background

- Education: B.A., Adrian College.
- Professional background: U.S. Army officer (1985–1989); Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation (1989–1994); private sector work focused on cybersecurity and American innovation (2015–present).
- Public service: Michigan State Senate (1995–2000); U.S. Representative for Michigan's 8th congressional district (2001–2015); Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
- Military service: U.S. Army, Lieutenant, 1985–1989.

## Opponents in this race

- [Abdul El-Sayed](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/abdul-el-sayed-michigan-d-2026.md) — Democrat
- [Haley Stevens](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/haley-stevens-michigan-d-2026.md) — Democrat
- [Mallory McMorrow](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/mallory-mcmorrow-michigan-d-2026.md) — Democrat
- [Haley Stevens](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/haley-stevens-mi-2026.md) — Democratic
- [Mike Rogers](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/mike-rogers-mi-2026.md) — Republican

## Sources

- Official Campaign Website – Michael J. Rogers: https://rogersforsenate.com/
- Headshot identity source — Mike Rogers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Rogers_(Michigan_politician)

Last updated: 2026-07-19T20:28:46.053Z

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