Democrat Abdul El-Sayed becomes first Muslim US senator, winning Michigan race

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Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has been elected as the first Muslim and Arab-American senator in US history, winning the Michigan race. His victory secures a key Democratic seat in the Senate. The 42-year-old son of Egyptian immigrants defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a campaign centered on the Gaza war. El-Sayed, who called Israel's offensive a genocide, also advocated for universal healthcare and cutting ICE funding. His primary win over establishment-backed Haley Stevens highlighted progressive strength within the party. During the campaign, he faced attacks over his faith, including accusations from Rogers about terrorist financing, which El-Sayed denied.


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