Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race for Democrats

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Abdul El-Sayed, a left-wing Democrat, won Michigan's Senate race, mobilizing voters with promises of universal healthcare and ending US support for Israel. The epidemiologist and son of an Egyptian exile defeated Republican Mike Rogers, who was hurt by Donald Trump's unpopularity. High voter turnout boosted Democratic optimism, though Rogers had support from Congresswoman Haley Stevens after her primary loss. El-Sayed's campaign faced late controversy over his anti-Israel rhetoric and ties to influencer Hasan Piker, but he prevailed in the pivotal state.


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