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

theguardian.com —

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive Democrat, won Michigan's US Senate race, defeating Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim US senator. His victory contributed to a decisive Democratic Senate majority. El-Sayed, 42, a doctor and former county health director, overcame a campaign marked by Islamophobic attacks from Donald Trump and allies. He advocated for Medicare for All and ending US military aid to Israel, defeating the Democratic establishment favorite in the primary. The race drew over $220 million in ad spending, with pro-Israel lobby Aipac spending a record $30 million against El-Sayed in the primary. He succeeds retiring Senator Gary Peters, who held the seat since 2015.


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