El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate seat, becomes first Muslim elected to US Senate

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's US Senate race, becoming the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress, US networks reported early Wednesday. He defeated former Republican lawmaker Mike Rogers in a closely watched contest. El-Sayed, a 42-year-old medical administrator, campaigned on universal health care and getting money out of politics, drawing large crowds even in conservative areas. He overcame last-minute opposition from a fellow Democrat and Islamophobic attacks from President Trump and Vice President Vance. In his victory speech, El-Sayed directly addressed Vice President Vance, noting his constitutional duty to swear him in January. His win also makes him the first Democratic doctor in the Senate since 1969, with supporters celebrating his appeal to younger voters and union communities.