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Republican Senate Candidate Faces Backlash Over 'KKK Cross Burning' Campaign Video

A recent campaign video by Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan sparked outrage after leaving one staffer feeling 'triggered' due to its content, with an aide likening it to a 'KKK cross burning.' The staffer made the comment in response to the video's imagery and message.

A recent campaign video by Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan sparked controversy when it left an aide feeling triggered after likening one of his opponent's campaigns to a 'KKK cross burning'. The incident occurred following the release of the video, which showed Rogers riding a Ford pickup truck. The staffer felt disrespected and hurt by the comparison, highlighting the sensitive nature of the situation.

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