The ad, paid for by Stevens’ campaign, features several scenes with Martin. In a 2022 video that resurfaced this week, Martin can be heard saying “we cannot have perversion over the people,” referring to homosexuality, and adding that “we are trying to love them out of what they’re in.” Martin has previously drawn controversy for comments about the firing of a pastor who was allegedly gay, remarks widely characterized as homophobic. Michigan’s LGBTQ+ voters and organizations have not yet issued formal responses, but the choice to feature Martin is likely to draw scrutiny given his public record on LGBTQ+ issues. Pride Source has reached out to the Stevens campaign for comment and will update this story with any response.