Rogers Helps Bishop Kick-Off 8th District CampaignRogers Helps Bishop Kick-Off 8th District Campaign

5/9/14 - Congressman Mike Rogers spent time earlier this week escorting the man he hopes will succeed him in Congress around the 8th District. The Howell Republican introduced former State Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop during stops in Howell, Brighton, Rochester Hills, and Lansing. Rogers, who previously announced he would not seek re-election in November, has endorsed Bishop for the GOP nomination. Rogers told WHMI that his support was based largely on how Bishop handled himself in Lansing. "Mike Bishop is the right choice for voters who want a Congressman that stands up to liberal policies of the Obama administration, just like Mike stood up and fought for us against the liberal policies of the Granholm administration.” Rogers, who chairs the House Intelligence Committee, is leaving Congress to host a national radio show starting in January. Bishop says he never entertained any ideas about running for higher office until Rogers’ announcement, but with that being the case; he’s ready to step up. "I am honored to have Mike Rogers’ endorsement. Mike Rogers has led a tremendous life of service with great distinction. No one will fill his shoes, but if elected, I will do my best to serve the district to the very best of my ability. I plan to take my conservative principles to Washington and fight the failed policies of President Obama.” Bishop is facing off against State Representative Tom McMillin of Rochester Hills for the Republican nomination. The winner will then face off against the Democratic nominee in November. That race is between former state demographer Ken Darga, Central Michigan University professor Susan Grettenberger, attorney Jeffrey Hank and Ingham County Treasurer Eric Schertzing. You can hear the full interview with Rogers and Bishop this Sunday morning at 8:30 on WHMI’s Viewpoint. (JK)