Debbie DingellDebbie Dingell

In 2022, Representative Dingell was also a vocal supporter for the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the first comprehensive gun safety bill to be signed into law in nearly 30 years.

Incumbent

AAPAC endorsed the reelection of Democratic U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell and Rashida Tlaib, representing Michigan’s Sixth and 12th Congressional Districts, respectively, praising their legislative records and commitment to Metro Detroit communities. In Congress, Dingell has continued the legacy of her late husband, longtime congressional dean John Dingell, by working to secure vital investments in roads, bridges, clean water, public transportation and high-speed Internet, alongside her support for workers, veterans and older adults.

Rep. Debbie Dingell is a fighter for progressive values and lifelong activist running for her seventh term in the U.S. House to represent Michigan’s 6th Congressional District. Rep. Dingell became politically active at a young age and has been a stalwart advocate for women and children’s interests, as well as every person’s right to access the healthcare they need. Her policy priorities include fighting for equal rights for all, securing a bright future by protecting our environment, supporting public schools, and ensuring Michigan families can thrive with good-paying jobs. Rep. Dingell has been endorsed by the following progressive partner organizations: Michigan Education Association, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Michigan AFL-CIO, Sierra Club Independent Action, Rep. Dingell’s opponent in this race is Republican Heather Smiley who pushes election, climate, and vaccine conspiracy theories. She also supports the SAVE Act that would make it harder for many eligible citizens to vote. Rep. Debbie Dingell is the most progressive choice in this race.

The American Federation of Government Employees, one of the largest federal employee unions, endorsed the following candidates for The U.S. House, including incumbent U.S. Reps. Hillary Scholten (CD-3), Debbie Dingell(CD-6), Kristen McDonald Rivet(CD-8), and Rashida Tlaib(CD-12).