Former Rep. Justin Amash, a Republican-turned-independent who voted to impeach Donald Trump in 2019, jumped into Michigan's crowded GOP primary race for the open U.S. Senate seat. Amash made the announcement on social media, declaring his candidacy and outlining his vision for the state.
During the first impeachment of President Donald Trump, Amash resigned from the GOP, became an independent, and voted to impeach. He joined the ranks of those who believed Trump had committed impeachable offenses, despite facing backlash from his former party.
Amash, who voted to impeach President Donald Trump in 2019, joins a crowded GOP field vying for the open Senate seat. His decision to run as a Republican again comes as a surprise to some, given his recent history as an independent.
Former U.S. Rep. Justin Amash announced on social media Thursday that he will run for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat. Amash's entry into the race adds another layer of complexity to an already competitive field.
Opinion: A U.S. Senator should have principles, and Justin Amash has a full quotient. As a vocal critic of both major parties, Amash has positioned himself as a principled alternative for Michigan voters.
The man who became the first Libertarian party member to serve in Congress is campaigning to return to Washington as a Republican. Amash's political journey has been marked by shifts in party affiliation, but his commitment to his beliefs has remained constant.
The Board of State Canvassers are asked to look into 'suspected fraud' in petitions from Rogers, Pensler, Amash and Meijer. Allegations of fraud have marred the early stages of the Senate race, raising questions about the integrity of the process.
Economy is Top Issue for GOP Primary Voters. A new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey of Michigan Republican primary voters finds 54% prioritizing the economy. Amash will need to address voters' economic concerns to gain traction in the race.
After Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts in his hush-money trial Thursday, Republicans threw a fit. Old criticisms of Trump resurfaced, highlighting the ongoing divisions within the GOP that candidates like Amash must navigate.
