# Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed describes ‘really warm’ conversation with Obama

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- CNN, 2026-08-09 23:01 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/09/politics/abdul-el-sayed-obama-democrats-michigan-senate?Date=20260809&Profile=CNN%2CCNN+Politics

> Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said he had a “really warm” conversation with former President Barack Obama. The exchange comes as the party looks for a way forward after last week’s bruising primary. Democrats are seeking direction following the difficult contest. El-Sayed’s account highlights the outreach taking place as the party responds to the primary’s fallout.

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