Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, becomes first Muslim senator

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's Senate race, becoming the first Muslim senator and delivering a major victory for the progressive wing in a key swing state. El-Sayed, a former public health official and son of Egyptian immigrants, won with a grassroots campaign focused on universal health care and criticism of Israel, overcoming heavy outside spending and attacks linking him to terrorism without evidence. The victory bolsters progressives ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as Democrats swept both chambers of Congress. Rogers, a former congressman, struggled with loyalty to President Donald Trump amid economic turmoil from tariffs and the Iran war.