El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, becoming first Muslim in chamber

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's US Senate race over Republican Mike Rogers, according to US networks, becoming the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress. He declared "Michigan, we did it!" to supporters in Detroit. El-Sayed, a 42-year-old medical administrator, campaigned on universal health care and getting money out of politics, holding a nearly six-point lead when the race was called. He overcame last-minute opposition from primary rival Haley Stevens and Islamophobic attacks from President Trump and Vice President Vance. The victory makes El-Sayed the first Democratic doctor in the Senate since 1969, taking over the seat of retiring Gary Peters. He drew large crowds even in conservative areas and pledged to help voters navigate the US's for-profit health care system.