August 5, 2026 | Press Release

RNC Statement on MI-07 Primary

Press Release

Washington D.C. – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Joe Gruters released the following statement on Michigan's 7th Congressional District primary:


“After serving 22 years in the Army, Congressman Tom Barrett is a battle-tested leader who has fought to lower taxes for Michigan families, secure our border, and ensure America's veterans receive the benefits they deserve. William Lawrence has fully embraced a far-left socialist agenda that would take Michigan in the wrong direction.”


William Lawrence:

  • Cross-endorsed with Abdul El-Sayed, underscoring how socialists continue to tighten their stranglehold on the Democrat Party
  • Co-founded the Sunrise Movement, a radical left-wing activist group known for leading protests and self-describes its purpose as "fighting fascism to win a Green New Deal"