Schumer privately backs Haley Stevens in Michigan Senate primary

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has given a private endorsement. The endorsement is for Democrat Haley Stevens. Stevens is competing in the Michigan Senate primary. Schumer chose not to make the support public. The backing could sway party insiders. The New York Times reported the secret endorsement. The primary is expected to be closely contested. Observers will watch how the endorsement influences the race.