UP Gazette

In his bid to represent Michigan residents in the U.S. Senate, Mike Rogers gained Dr. Sherri O'Donnell’s endorsement, according to an August 24 news release.

"What we need to understand is we need to take this vital seat, we are a swing state in Michigan and we cannot let the Democrats destroy us any further. Mike Rogers will stand for the things that Republicans stand for and we need to back him. Guys, I appreciate your support during my campaign, and now it's time to pivot and support Mike Rogers for United States Senator," wrote Sherri O’Donnell, former Republican U.S. Senate Candidate, in the endorsement.

Dr. Sherry O’Donnell is a physician, pastor, author, and mission leader with a record of service and leadership, according to her website. As the founder and medical director of Herbie Medical Clinic, she has dedicated her career to providing care for the underserved and uninsured. She has experience in medical missions to over 35 countries, including Ukraine. Her commitment to holistic patient care is reflected in her co-authored book, "Caring for the Whole Person."

The Associated Press announced Rogers’ entry into the race for U.S. Congress last September. The former FBI agent was elected to Congress in 2000. He served seven terms before stepping down in 2015. He briefly worked on former President Donald Trump’s transition team, according to the Associated Press news article dated September 6, 2023.

Rogers was born and raised in Michigan. After graduation from high school, he joined the U.S. Army. Later, he worked as an agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Chicago. In 1994, he ran for Michigan state senate and won. Six years later, he was elected to Congress, according to his campaign website.