Candidate for US Senate, Michigan
American politician and epidemiologist (born 1984)
| Born | 1984-10-31 · Rochester Hills, Michigan |
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| Party | Democratic |
| Education | University of Michigan (BS) Oriel College, Oxford (DPhil) Columbia University (MD) |
What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.
At a post-election gathering in Washington, Democratic senators Chris Van Hollen and Elissa Slotkin declined to endorse Schumer for the role. Slotkin said she would not rule out running herself. Mark Kelly said he planned to support Schumer but joined calls for Democrats to do things differently. Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed also left the possibility open.
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CNN
Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed appeared on “This Week” after his historic midterm victory over Republican Mike Rogers, saying Democrats would work with Trump if he “wants to act serious.”
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ABC News
ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviewed Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Democrat, on “This Week.” El-Sayed said Democrats need a leader who will deliver on the mandate they have just received.
AABC News
Michigan Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed criticised Trump’s trade war with Canada, warning that higher costs on Canadian goods would be borne by US consumers. He mocked the tariffs on Pod Save America, days after becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate.
AAl Jazeera
Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed said he was “running on adrenaline and caffeine” after his race against Republican Mike Rogers was called early Wednesday. Democrats scored another major win in the key swing state and won a substantial Senate majority in Tuesday’s midterm elections.
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The Associated Press
In a CNN interview, Michigan Democratic senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed said he wants to investigate Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over FDA and CDC staffing cuts that he says contributed to food recalls. He also discussed his first Senate priorities and Vice President JD Vance swearing him in.
CCNN
Abdul El-Sayed invoked “Wolverine 1, Buckeye 0” as he called out Vance in his victory speech. The son of Egyptian immigrants will become the nation’s first Muslim senator. The former public health official has never held elected office and lost Michigan’s Democratic gubernatorial primary by double digits eight years ago.
TThe Associated Press
Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed told The Associated Press that voters rejected what he called a “hateful, spiteful campaign” after months of Republican attacks on his Muslim identity.
TThe Associated Press
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers to win Michigan’s Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim senator in the country. At a Detroit victory rally, he thanked supporters for backing an “unlikely” candidate, calling the result a breakthrough for the party’s left wing.
TThe Associated Press
Michigan’s Senate race has entered its final hours, with Democrat Abdul El-Sayed seeking to become the first Muslim in the US Senate and unseat Trump-backed Republican Mike Rogers. El-Sayed has faced a slew of last-minute Islamophobic attacks.
AAl Jazeera
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Abdul El-Sayed is poised to become the first Muslim senator in US history after winning in Michigan. He has denounced racist attacks against him, including from Donald Trump, and France 24 correspondent Jessica Le Masurier says he countered them with “humour and hope.”
FFrance 24 EnglishOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 14:25
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate. The 42-year-old physician, who represents the Democratic Party’s progressive wing, won a seat Republicans had hoped to flip.
EeuronewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 12:37
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, 42, defeated Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim elected to the US Senate. During the campaign, Donald Trump and JD Vance targeted him with racist rhetoric. El-Sayed said he would challenge economic inequality and focus on healthcare and the cost of living.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 11:46
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed is poised to make history after defeating Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim-American elected to the U.S. Senate.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 10:56
Progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed beat Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter contest for Michigan’s open Senate seat, marking a breakthrough for the Democratic Party’s left wing in a major swing state. The son of Egyptian immigrants, El-Sayed will become the nation’s first Muslim senator.
FFrance 24 EnglishOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 10:10
Progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter contest for Michigan’s open Senate seat, delivering a breakthrough for the Democratic Party’s left wing in a key swing state. The son of Egyptian immigrants, El-Sayed will become the nation’s first Muslim senator.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-11-04 10:09
Doctor and progressive insurgent Abdul El-Sayed made history by defeating Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s closely watched Senate race, becoming the first Muslim US senator. He later teased JD Vance.
GGuardian NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 10:05
Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan to become the first Muslim senator in US history. The campaign featured baseless attempts to link him to terrorism and disputes within his party. His platform included universal health care and a wealth tax on billionaires.
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BBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 10:03
Media projections show Democrat Abdul El-Sayed winning Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat, making him the first Muslim elected to the chamber and preserving a crucial Democratic seat in the party’s fight for Senate control.
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ReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 09:53
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, putting him on course to become the first Muslim senator in US history. His campaign faced anti-Muslim attacks led by President Donald Trump and other Republicans.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-11-04 09:47
