3/11/13 - Congressman Mike Rogers is atop a list of Republicans who are considering a run in 2014 for the Senate seat that Democrat Carl Levin plans to vacate. The Howell Republican, who chairs the House Intelligence Committee, has served in Congress since 2001. In a formal statement issued by his office, Rogers said, âI want to thank Senator Levin for his 33 years of dedicated service to the people of Michigan. His legacy will be one of tireless dedication to our great state. As for the Senate race, I am giving it serious consideration." Rogers joins other Michigan Republicans including former secretary of state Terri Lynn Land and Midland Congressman Dave Camp who are also considering running for the seat. On the Democratic side, Congressman Gary Peters of Bloomfield Township said that he is also seriously considering a run to replace Levin. The race is expected to draw significant national interest and money. Republicans have not won a Senate seat in Michigan since 1994. The 78-year-old Levin, who has served in the Senate since 1978, announced Thursday he would not seek a seventh term. (JK)
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