Mallory McMorrow

Mallory McMorrow was born in Whitehouse, New Jersey, and lives in Royal Oak, Michigan.[1][2] McMorrow earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial design from the University of Notre Dame in 2008.[2][3] Her career experience includes founding Ginger Haus and working as its creative director.[3]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I have a proven track record of fighting, winning, and delivering for Michiganders. I flipped a district that had previously voted Republican by 16 points, then helped Democrats take control of the Michigan Senate for the first time in 40 years. Then I delivered, standing up to extremists to repeal Michigan’s abortion ban, expand voting rights, and pass sweeping gun safety laws.

I refuse corporate PAC and AIPAC money because I work for Michiganders, not special interests. In the US Senate, I'll fight Trump to take on corruption in government, protect our fundamental rights, keep our tax dollars here at home rather than going to Trump’s illegal wars, and get ICE out of our communities and force a complete overhaul of a rogue agency.

I'll take on anyone — even my own party — to build an economy that works for working families, not billionaires.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Michiganders deserve a leader who knows how to fight, win, and deliver for them, like I do: I flipped a district that had previously voted Republican by a 16-point margin, and then helped Democrats take control of the Michigan State Senate for the first time in 40 years.

Then I delivered by standing up to extremists to repeal Michigan’s abortion ban, expand voting rights, and strengthen gun safety laws.

I know how to win tough races and get big things done, and I’ll bring that experience to Washington.I will build a government that actually works for people.

I refuse to take corporate PAC or AIPAC money because I answer to Michigan families, not special interests.

Michiganders deserve to know their Senator is fighting for them, full stop. In the US Senate, I will take on the rampant corruption in government, ban congressional stock trading, overturn Citizens United, and get dark money out of politics.

I know the status quo has been broken for far too long, and I will take on anyone — even my own party — to build a government that delivers for working families, not just billionaires.I’ll stand up to Trump to protect Michigan families: In the Senate, I’ll stand up to Donald Trump to protect our fundamental rights, keep us out of wars abroad so our tax dollars are spent at home on priorities like health care, education, and housing, and get ICE out of our communities and force a complete overhaul of a rogue agency.

Michigan’s US Senate race will be one of the closest in the nation. And against Trump-backed Mike Rogers, we need a candidate with my track record of knowing how to fight and win tough races, and how to do the job to deliver for Michigan families starting on Day 1.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am personally passionate about public policy that helps Michigan families get ahead.

In Michigan, I’ve created good-paying jobs and raised the minimum wage. I’ve fought to prevent companies in Michigan from engaging in stock buybacks with taxpayer dollars so that money is reinvested in our workers. I’ve passed landmark gun violence prevention legislation.

We expanded voting rights and civil rights, and stood up to extremists to repeal Michigan’s abortion ban. We enacted universal pre–K, free breakfast and lunch in school so no kid goes hungry.

I’m running for U.S. Senate to protect Michigan families and show DC how to fight like Michigan.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Transportation Division

Utility Workers Union of America

UA Local 357

UA Local 370

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich

U.S. Senator Peter Welch

State Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks

State Sen. Mary Cavanaugh

State Sen. John Cherry III

State Sen. Veronica Klinefelt

State Sen. Sue Shink

State Sen. Sam Singh

State Sen. Paul Wojno

State Sen. Jeff Irwin

State Rep. Joey Andrews

State Rep. Jennifer Conlin

State Rep. Carol Glanville

State Rep. Sharon MacDonell

And dozens of state & local elected officials and community leaders across Michigan.

Campaign websiteMcMorrow's campaign website stated the following:I'm ready to fight. Are you?This is an existential moment for our country. We’re staring down a Trump administration that’s tearing apart what holds our democracy together. They’re coming after our rights and freedoms.They're weaponizing your rightful fear and anger. They're making the wealthiest even richer while leaving the rest of us further and further behind. This isn’t business as usual, so we can’t operate like it is. The politics of the past won’t cut it. We need a new generation of leaders who will fight back against the Trump administration and build a better version of the economy where regular people can get ahead.We didn’t get here overnight. No matter where I go across the state, I hear similar stories – from Michiganders of all ages, all backgrounds, and all walks of life: “I did everything right but I’m still getting screwed.” You worked hard in school, got a job or went to college, you played by the rules, so why does it always feel like you’re barely getting by? Too many people say they still can’t afford to buy a house. They can’t dig out of debt. The cost of everything just keeps rising, but wages don’t. They can’t save, can’t afford to start a family, can’t even think about retirement. A vacation? Not likely.To protect what we have, fix what’s broken, and build something better, we need to fight. And when we do that, we can make life better for every Michigander. I’ve always believed that the most important role of any elected official is to listen first and then solve problems based on what you hear - to dig in deep to learn what keeps you up at night, what challenges you face, and what I can do as your legislator to help remove hurdles, fix what’s broken, and get us on the path that you hope for ahead. The reason I got into this race so early is so that we have time to write that vision together. As I travel the state and get to know Michiganders across every corner of both peninsulas, we’ll keep building out what you see here. What will you fight for? Tell me about it. Then let’s go get it done, together.Cost of LivingI’m focused on bringing down the cost of living so people can actually get ahead—not just get by. I’m fighting to lower housing costs, expand access to child care, and make health care, prescription drugs, and education more affordable.AgendaFollow Michigan’s lead by raising the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 an hour and tie it to the rate of inflation going forward, so earnings keep pace with rising costsCut taxes for middle- and working-class familiesExpand the Earned Income Tax Credit and pay families monthly so working people can actually keep more of what they earn Safeguard Social Security so that it’s protected from threats of reduction. You pay into Social Security now. You deserve to know that it’s guaranteed to be there when you retireSimplify tax filing and make IRS Direct File available for all so you don’t have to pay for costly tax preparation servicesTrack RecordExpanded the Earned Income Tax Credit fivefold letting families keep an additional $750 per year of their hard earned money Eliminated the Snyder-era retirement tax on seniors - putting $1000 back into the pockets of 500,000 householdsCosponsored legislation to cut auto insurance rates by 10%Eliminated the asset test for SNAP benefits, reducing red tape and paperwork for health department case workers and delivering food security to more MichigandersHelped increase the minimum wage in Michigan to $15/hour by 2027 and peg the wage to inflation thereafter to ensure wages always keep pace with costs, and voted to protect the strongest earned paid sick leave benefits in the Midwest, ensuring every worker in Michigan can afford to take time off when they’re sickPassed legislation ensuring veterans can access the benefits they are entitled to without being charged excessive fees or being given bad advice, and protecting them from scammers seeking to take advantageEconomyI’m fighting to build an economy that rewards work, not wealth. That means cutting taxes for working families, raising the minimum wage, and making big corporations and the ultra-wealthy pay their fair share. And I’m leading efforts to invest in small businesses, job training, and the next generation of American innovation so more people can get ahead and stay ahead, no matter what the future holds.AgendaMake big corporations and the wealthiest Americans pay their fair share in taxes, and stop rewarding companies for outsourcing jobs, executing stock buybacks while laying off employees, spiking CEO pay without raising worker pay, or stashing profits offshoreEnd the carried interest tax loophole that allows hedge funds to avoid billions in taxesExpand access to credit and capital for small businesses and entrepreneurs by expanding support for Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and community banksImplement a strategic, fair trade policy that encourages and promotes more jobs to stay in Michigan, not blunt punitive tariffs that drive up the cost of everyday goods while punishing our alliesWork in partnership with the state legislature to find solutions to streamline state and federal regulatory requirements and make it more seamless for Michiganders to start and operate a small business or start-up in MichiganImplement tax credits and subsidies for small- and medium-sized businesses to help them adapt to a federal minimum wage raise without cutting jobs or hours – supporting the entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to do the right thing by their workersTake Michigan's work for small businesses national by investing in small business through programs like the state’s innovation fund which invests directly in early stage, high growth companies that will create the next generation of jobs in our stateTrack RecordInvested millions in the state budget to help secure a new mission at Selfridge Air National Guard BaseLed efforts to reform Michigan’s approach to economic development to rely less on large tax breaks and incentives for companies, invest more in small businesses, entrepreneurs, and give more local control to the state’s regions to support the industries and efforts that make sense for themSecured funding for the Revitalization and Placemaking Program, which helps local governments and developers close gaps in financing for community spaces, infrastructure, and downtown redevelopmentBacked the Going PRO Talent Fund, which helps Michigan employers train workers for in-demand jobs through short-term, industry-recognized credential programsCut red tape for entrepreneurs with new Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) toolsSupported local bars and restaurants by permanently enacting social districts and the legalization of cocktails-to-go, policy that was enacted on a trial basis during the COVID-19 pandemic that served as a lifeline of additional revenue for local businesses Kids and FamiliesOur kids deserve to grow up safe, healthy, and protected. I’ll strengthen child labor laws, fight human trafficking, replace lead pipes, and hold social media and tech companies accountable for putting profits over kids’ mental health.AgendaImplement national paid family and medical leave so you don’t have to sacrifice your career to start or care for your family. The United States is currently the only industrialized nation in the entire world without any guaranteed paid maternity leaveEnsure everyone has access to quality, affordable childcare so you don’t have to choose between kids and your careerRestore the Child Tax Credit. The expanded Child Tax Credit made available through the American Rescue Plan was the single most successful child poverty-reduction program in our nation’s history, reaching record lows by cutting child poverty rates by more than halfStrengthen federal child labor laws to ensure kids can be kids without being taken advantage ofExpand access to childcare and early childhood education Support funding and programs to reduce the maternal mortality rate, including access to birthing centers and doulas, and address postpartum depression and mental health supportImprove programs to reduce human traffickingTake Michigan’s Rx Kids program nationwide, supporting new moms with direct cash payments so their kids can start their first years of life healthy and thrivingKeep lead out of water that our kids drink through investments in lead pipe removal, testing, and funding for filtered drinking fountains in schools and child care centersStrengthen regulations on social media and big tech companies, putting kids’ well-being over profits to reduce youth rates of anxiety and depressionTrack RecordBanned child marriageReformed child labor laws by strengthening protections and increasing penalties for violating the Michigan Youth Employment Standards ActFunded wage increases for direct care workers Passed out of the Senate legislation to require all summer camp workers to complete a background check to keep our kids safeExpanded dental screenings for kids in schools to catch issues earlyIntroduced legislation requiring employers to disclose their leave policy to all prospective workers in response to constituent stories of working moms having been discriminated against in the hiring process for inquiring about paid leavePassed legislation requiring lead poisoning screening for all minorsPassed “filter first” laws to require and fund filtered drinking water fountains in all schools and childcare centers to ensure every child has access to clean, safe drinking waterImplemented universal free breakfast and lunch in all K-12 public schools, saving parents on average $850 per year and hours of precious time back each day while ensuring no kid goes hungry in schoolMoved closer to Universal pre-K through significant expansion of the Great Start Readiness ProgramSafe CommunitiesEveryone should feel safe in their community. I’ll invest in local public safety, expand mental health crisis response, and crack down on fentanyl trafficking while making sure treatment and recovery services are within reach.AgendaIncrease federal funding for better local public safety through partnerships with state and local governments, so cities and towns can hire well-trained, high-integrity police officers, firefighters, and other first responders who will respect all Americans’ rights while keeping us safeExpand mental health crisis response programs so law enforcement isn’t the only option in an emergencyCrack down on fentanyl trafficking by strengthening border enforcement and targeting the supply chain – while also expanding access to treatment and recovery servicesPass federal universal background checks and close loopholes that allow guns to be sold without oversightPass a federal assault weapons ban Enact a federal red flag law modeled on Michigan’s to temporarily remove guns from people who pose a danger to themselves or others, because a warning sign should never turn into a tragedyPass safe storage laws to keep guns out of the hands of kids and prevent tragic, preventable shootingsBan ghost guns, the untraceable firearms that have no place in our communitiesRepeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) – the federal law that grants the firearms industry immunity from liability – to hold the gun industry to the same liability standards as any other industryCombat religious hate and rising antisemitism by funding educational programming, strengthening national hate crimes laws and enforcement, and ensuring houses of worship have access to security funding and resourcesTrack RecordPassed sweeping gun violence prevention legislation for the first time in Michigan history, addressing the epidemic of gun violence head-on, including:Created Extreme Risk Protection Orders (or “red flag” laws) to temporarily remove firearms from people who pose a danger to themselves or others, because a warning sign should never turn into a tragedy,Passed legislation requiring safe storage of firearms, Implemented universal background checks, Closed the domestic violence loophole to prevent violent abusers from accessing firearmsPassed legislation through the Senate banning so-called “ghost guns,” untraceable homemade or kit firearms which have skyrocketed in use by criminals because they cannot be tracked or traced, by requiring all firearms be serialized and registeredBacked additional funding for our law enforcement to crack down on crime and drugs with stronger fentanyl enforcement, expanded successful treatment court options to reduce recidivism, and created new protections for domestic violence survivorsDelivered for first responders and safer streets with major budget investments in emergency alert systems, fire station upgrades, and community-based crisis responseCriminalized coercing people into providing sexually explicit material to help keep vulnerable adults safePassed a comprehensive bill package to hold sexual abusers accountable and provide justice for survivors by extending the statute of limitations for criminal sexual conduct and eliminating the civil statute of limitations for a survivor to recover damages if a criminal case resulted in a convictionBanned distracted driving to reduce crashes and fatalities on Michigan roadsLabor and WorkforceIf you work hard, you should be able to build a career that works for you and lets you get ahead. I’ll fight to raise wages, expand job training, and ban non-compete agreements so more people can grow, move up, and get paid what they’re worth.AgendaInvest in certified apprenticeship and training programs for trades, tech, clean energy, agriculture, hospitality and more – providing avenues to pivot quickly to find a new career no matter what happens with AI or economic changes – without having to go back to 2- or 4-year programsBan non-compete agreements to stop companies from keeping workers stuck and suppressing wagesGuarantee and protect the ability for workers to form and join a unionEliminate worker misclassification and wage theftTrack RecordHelped Michigan become the first state in over 50 years to repeal so-called “Right to Work,” strengthening the power of unionsRestored prevailing wage on public projectsExpanded Michigan’s unemployment benefits from a maximum of 20 weeks to up to 26 weeks, and increased weekly payments for the first time in over two decades, ensuring Michiganders are more securely protected and able to focus more on finding their next job than making ends meetHealthcareHealthcare should be affordable and accessible no matter your job, income, or zip code. I’ll protect Medicare and Medicaid, lower prescription costs, create a public option, and fight to enshrine reproductive and mental health care as basic rights.AgendaProtect Medicare and Medicaid from the funding cuts we’re seeing from Donald Trump and the right-wing extremistsCreate a public option available to any Michigander who wants it, so that your ability to get guaranteed healthcare is no longer tied to your job, your marital status, or your luckMake prescriptions more affordable so they don’t break the bankTreat mental health at the same level as physical healthReduce the maternal mortality rateCodify access to abortion, contraception, and the full scope of reproductive health care into federal law Track RecordCodified the Affordable Care Act on the state level to:Ensure coverage of dependents until the age of 26Prohibit being denied coverage based on pre-existing conditionGuarantee inclusion of all essential health benefits, including preventative care, mental health, and emergency careExpanded insurance coverage to include oral chemotherapy Required health insurance reimbursements for telehealth to be the same as for in-office visits, expanding access to careProtected reproductive freedom by repealing the 1931 abortion ban in line with the will of the voters who codified the right to abortion in the state constitution, expanded access to care by removing medically unnecessary hurdles through the Reproductive Health Act, and fought for legislation to safeguard reproductive health data and defend patients and providers from extremist threatsPassed legislation to create a state-level oversight board to bring down the cost of prescription drugsLeveraged $4.5M in the state budget to buy and eliminate $450M in medical debt relief for 180,000 MichigandersEducationEvery kid deserves a strong start and a great public school. I’ll invest in early education, raise teacher pay, upgrade school infrastructure, and make college and trade programs more affordable so students can succeed without a mountain of debt.AgendaEnsure everyone has access to quality, affordable early childhood education, like Head Start and the Great Start Readiness Program, knowing that no investment provides greater long term returns than exposing a child to early education to give them the best opportunity to succeed in schoolSupport increased federal funding so that states can invest in public schools: raising teacher pay, upgrading aging buildings, and ensuring every school has access to high speed internet and up-to-date technology Make college and trade school more affordable and accessible, so students can build a career that works for them without taking on a lifetime of debtReform federal student loans so borrowers can pay off their debt without being punished by compounding interest that traps them in endless cycles of debtTrack RecordPassed the largest increase in per-pupil funding in state history to improve our schools, pay teachers fairly, and improve our kids’ educationChampioned the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which makes college or career training more affordable for thousands of recent high school graduates across the state by providing a tuition-free skills certificate or associate’s degree at a community college, tuition for a career training program, or up to $27,500 over five years in tuition assistance to attend a Michigan public or private college or universityMoved closer to Universal pre-K through significant expansion of the Great Start Readiness ProgramExpanded eligibility of the Michigan National Guard tuition assistance program to spouses and dependentsPassed legislation to test all kids for dyslexia to identify and treat early, and restored phonics-based reading education to improve reading outcomesHelped create the Michigan Reconnect Program, a last-dollar scholarship program to help adults ages 25+ receive a tuition-free associate degree or skills certificateImplemented the MI Future Educator Stipend which provides $9,600 to future educators as they complete their required teaching semesterInvested in education by funding universal school meals, making community college tuition-free through Michigan Reconnect, and fully funded special education programs and student teacher stipends for K-12Immigration and Foreign PolicyWe need a secure, orderly immigration system that reflects both our values and our needs. I’ll invest in border security, fight to fix the asylum process, and expand legal pathways so we can uphold the law while welcoming those who strengthen our country. We also need a foreign policy that protects American interests, strengthens our alliances, and keeps us out of forever wars. AgendaSupport legislation to require all ICE officers to wear uniforms and clear identification to prevent fear and distrust with plain-clothes officers conducting raids in communitiesFocus our immigration enforcement dollars on keeping violent criminals off of our streets, not bullying legal immigrants who came here for a better lifeSecure the border with more agents, better technology like sensors and scanners, and modernized ports of entry to stop trafficking and bring order to entryFix the asylum process by hiring more judges and officers to clear the backlog and ensure legitimate claims are heard. Everyone seeking asylum deserves a fair hearing and legal representation in an orderly, timely fashionExpand legal pathways like employment and family visas to continue attracting the best and brightest from around the worldMake clear that the United States will stand with its allies across the globe, strengthen NATO, and stand up to Russian and Chinese aggressionDonald Trump’s war of choice in Iran has already taken the lives of American soldiers, cost billions of our taxpayer dollars, and further weakened the United States’ standing in the world. Michiganders do not want and cannot afford another “forever war” in the Middle East with no clear objective nor plan to achieve it.The path to lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians lies in a two-state solution, with a democratic Jewish state of Israel existing safely alongside a democratic Palestinian state. In addition:The humanitarian crisis continues, and the flow of food and medicine needs to be restored and maintained at maximum capacity.Israel’s sporadic bombings and incursions into Gaza and the West Bank jeopardize the fragile peace and must stop.Hamas must disarm and demonstrate a commitment to a peaceful and democratic Palestinian state.Confront terrorism that threatens the United States and our allies around the worldExpand economic and trade relationships with businesses and entrepreneurs across the globe to secure stability through economic ties and bring jobs and investments here to MichiganHousingWhether you’re renting your first apartment or hoping to buy a home, you should be able to find something affordable in the community you love. I’ll cut red tape, boost housing incentives, and train the next generation of builders to create more options and make sure growth doesn’t push people out.AgendaBoost housing construction by removing unnecessary red tape, streamlining zoning, and offer federal incentives for mixed-income, missing middle, and affordable housing developmentsRevive existing housing stock to provide more affordable options that minimize developers tearing down old housing stock to build new, higher-priced homes that most people can’t affordExpand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and expand on my work in Michigan building affordable housing and revitalizing our communitiesTrack RecordBuilt more housing and revitalized communities through legislation expanding redevelopment tools, land bank authorities, encouraging mixed-use development, addressing “missing middle” housing, and a $50 million per year investment into affordable housing through 2026Civil Rights, Privacy, and VotingIn the face of constant attacks from the Trump Administration on our fundamental rights and freedoms, I won’t back down. That means fighting to codify reproductive rights, strengthen civil rights protections for all Michiganders, and enact nationwide standards so every eligible American can cast a ballot safely and securely. AgendaExpand federal civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ AmericansFollow Michigan’s lead by enacting a federal Address Confidentiality Program to protect survivors of domestic violence and stalkingPass comprehensive federal data privacy legislation to protect your identity and information online, and empower you to know what companies are doing with your data and the ability to control that usageBan partisan gerrymandering on the federal level, protecting Michigan’s nation-leading work to end gerrymandering and ensure voters can continue to choose their elected officials, not handing the reins to politicians to choose their own districts and unfairly influence elections Pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act to prohibit discriminatory voting practices and ensure equitable access to the ballot for all AmericansImplement nationwide early voting standards, drawing from our work in Michigan on Proposal 2 which guaranteed a minimum of nine days of early voting and broadened access to absentee ballotsMandate automatic voter registration and same-day registration across all states, expanding Michigan’s efforts to streamline the voter registration process and increase participationTrack RecordExpanded the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to:Protect LGBTQ+ Michiganders from housing and employment discriminationImplement the CROWN Act, preventing discrimination based on natural hairstylesRepealed the ban on individuals cohabitating before marriage (believe it or not, this was still illegal!)Supported making Juneteenth an official state holidayImplemented reforms in line with the Prop 2 ballot initiative of 2022 to vastly expand access to and security of elections, including: 9 days of in-person early votingImplementation of a new ballot tracking system that allows you to ensure your ballot was received, processed, and accepted, with opportunities to cure your ballot to ensure your vote countsExpanded ballot dropboxes to ensure there is one for every 15,000 residents throughout the stateGuaranteed paid postage on all absentee ballotsA permanent absentee voter registration systemEnacted the ability for young people to pre-register to vote at the age of 16, ensuring their voter registration becomes ac