Abdul El-Sayed Makes History as the First Muslim Elected to the U.S. Senate, Defeating Trump-Backed Opponent

11/04/2026

Abdul El-Sayed has made history in winning the closely watched US Senate race in Michigan, defeating Republican Mike Rogers and becoming the country’s first Muslim Senator. Here’s how the...

11/04/2026

Abdul El-Sayed is set to become the first Muslim to enter the U.S. Senate with his victory over former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers in midterm elections

11/04/2026

Michigan Senate Election 2026 Live Updates: Michigan’s Senate contested pits Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, who became the first Muslim US senator, against Republican Mike Rogers, a Trump ally, in a...

11/04/2026

For the first time, a Muslim leader has been elected to the US Senate. Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's closely watched Senate race, defeating Republican Mike Rogers, who had the support of...

11/04/2026

US midterm elections: Dr Abdul El-Sayed won the highly competitive and closely watched Michigan Senate seat, defeating Republican nominee Mike Rogers

11/04/2026

Abdul El-Sayed studied in public schools and later graduated from the University of Michigan with the highest distinction.

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Abdul El Saeed's campaign marks a historic moment, challenging dark money and taboo topics like U.S.-Israel policy. Despite significant opposition, he resonated with voters on progressive issues,...

11/04/2026

Abdul El-Sayed is set to become the first Muslim senator in US history following his midterms victory in Michigan. His victory came despite what he has denounced as racist attacks against him,...

11/04/2026

"Donald, look, I know you struggled with my name. So after JD swears me in in January, you can just go on and call me senator," he added.

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Abdul El-Sayed is son of Egyptian immigrants and served as a public health officer earlier but never held an elected office.

11/04/2026

Michigan's first Muslim senator-elect, Abdul El-Sayed, discusses his historic victory, an unlikely agreement with Trump on Israel military aid and the political divisions that remain.(Image...

11/04/2026

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's US Senate seat on Wednesday, becoming the first Muslim to serve in the chamber by defeating Republican Mike Rogers.

11/04/2026

Abdul El-Sayed, who has won from Michigan, will succeed retiring Democratic Senator Gary Peters.

11/04/2026

El-Sayed focused on lowering costs for working families and reducing corporate influence in politics.

11/04/2026

The Michigan doctor won despite a last-minute hiccup in his campaign when Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who lost the Democratic primary to El-Sayed, came out in support of Rogers at the 11th hour.

11/04/2026

The progressive favourite defeated Republican Mike Rogers for Michigan's open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party's left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation's most important...

11/04/2026

El-Sayed won despite a last-minute hiccup in his campaign when congresswoman Haley Stevens, who lost the Democratic primary, came out in support of Rogers at the 11th hour

11/03/2026

Haley Stevens sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party when she endorsed Mike Rogers instead of Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate race

11/03/2026

But the endorsement has hardly gone down well in Democratic circles. Stevens faced criticism from Michigan Democrats and party figures nationally.

11/02/2026

Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who lost the Michigan Democratic Senate primary to Abdul El-Sayed, broke the party ranks on Sunday and endorsed his Republican rival Mike Rogers as the US braces for...

11/02/2026

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens has caused a major shake-up in the Senate race in Michigan. The Democrat has endorsed Republican Mike Rogers over her party colleague, Dr Abdul El-Sayed, as a result...

11/02/2026

Democrats in Michigan are considering their options after Haley Stevens endorsed GOP candidate Mike Rogers for Senate. And the Gulf states are bracing for a possible U.S. attack on Iran after the...

11/02/2026

Stevens' endorsement of Mike Rogers has sparked a backlash within Democratic ranks, with at least eight House Democrats calling for her removal from the party caucus

11/02/2026

Fallout continues after Haley Stevens' endorsement of Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race; Candidates make final pitches ahead of midterms.