El-Sayed
Coverage of El-Sayed in the Nexus archive.
- Reactions after El-Sayed defeats Stevens
El-Sayed defeats Stevens and will face Mike Rogers in the general election on Nov. 4. Rogers, a former 14-year member of Congress and FBI agent, advanced through the primary unopposed after narrowly losing to Elissa Slotkin in 2024.
- El-Sayed gives progressives another victory and a new challenge
El-Sayed contributes to a progressive victory in Michigan's primaries, expanding their movement into the Rust Belt and creating a significant November challenge. The wins highlight the movement's growing influence in key regions.
- JD Vance pushes lawmakers to codify anti-fraud measures — and avoid a ‘President El-Sayed’ undoing task force efforts
JD Vance advocates for lawmakers to implement anti-fraud measures to prevent a 'President El-Sayed' from dismantling efforts by his task force, which has blocked $56 billion in fraudulent funds.
- Democrat El-Sayed narrowly wins high-profile Michigan US Senate primary
El-Sayed narrowly won the Michigan US Senate primary. The race was described as high-profile.
- Hasan Piker has foul-mouthed meltdown over tight Michigan Senate primary: ‘Islamophobic pieces of s–t’
Hasan Piker骂骂咧咧地在El-Sayed选举派对上发飙,称参与者为'伊斯兰恐惧症的垃圾',针对密歇根州参议员初选的激烈竞争。
- Michigan Senate Democratic primary race remains too close to call as El-Sayed holds narrow lead – US politics live
El-Sayed holds a narrow lead in the Michigan Senate primary over Haley Stevens, but the race remains too close to call with vote counting ongoing. Separately, Max Miller, a US representative from Ohio, faces domestic abuse allegations and resistance from his party, including statements from his ex-father-in-law, Bernie Moreno, a GOP senator.
- Michigan Senate Democratic primary race remains too close to call as El-Sayed holds narrow lead – US politics live
The Michigan Senate Democratic primary race remains too close to call with El-Sayed holding a narrow lead over Haley Stevens. Vote counts may continue into the day as the result is not yet determined.
- Anti-Israel Democratic candidate El-Sayed nearing victory in Michigan Senate primary
Anti-Israel candidate El-Sayed holds a narrow lead in Michigan's Senate primary against pro-Israel rival Stevens. Some outlets have called the race, while establishment Democrats secured House seat nominations in Michigan, Missouri, and Virginia.
- El-Sayed Leads Stevens in Michigan Democratic Senate Primary, Polls Show
El-Sayed leads Representative Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate Primary polls, with debates ongoing about which candidate will be more electable in November.
- Michigan primary puts Democratic Party divide to the test and more top headlines
The Michigan primary is testing divisions within the Democratic Party as highlighted in the article. Additional headlines include a historian's criticism of the Smithsonian, Cracker Barrel angering customers, and various political and social issues such as ICE arrests, President Trump's remarks on oil companies, and debates over health policies and cultural topics.
- Unearthed video exposes El-Sayed’s opinion on driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants
A video surfaced showing Michigan Senate candidate El-Sayed stating in 2018 that denying driver’s licenses based on documentation status was discriminatory. The content highlights his past stance on the issue.
- From Trump to El-Sayed: US Arabs in Michigan centre Palestine in politics
Arab Americans in Michigan are prioritizing Palestine in their political decisions, having withheld support for Kamala Harris in 2024 and refusing to back pro-Israel candidates.
- Far-left and DSA push for Dem primary upsets all across Michigan — beyond El-Sayed
Far-left and DSA are pushing for primary upsets beyond the Michigan Senate race, targeting key races across the state including deep blue seats and rural regions. The focus is on multiple races rather than a single Senate contest.
- A victory for El-Sayed in Michigan could be a loss for Democrats nationally
A potential victory for El-Sayed in Michigan could result in a setback for Democrats nationally, as progressives might win a local battle but face broader losses. The article suggests that such a win may not translate to overall political success for the Democrats.
- El-Sayed and Stevens make final Democratic Senate primary push in Michigan churches, union halls
El-Sayed and Stevens, two Democrats running for U.S. Senate in Michigan, spent one of their final days campaigning in Detroit-area churches and union halls. The article notes this as their final push in the Democratic Senate primary.
- Stevens, El-Sayed make final push as new poll shows El-Sayed leading
Stevens and El-Sayed are making a final campaign push as a new poll indicates El-Sayed is leading. They are challenging Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers in the November election.
- Senate race heats up between Stevens, El-Sayed
The Senate race in Michigan is between candidates Stevens and El-Sayed. The primary election is scheduled for August 4, with voters selecting the Democratic candidate to replace retiring Gary Peters.
- The El-Sayed effect: How Jews and Israel are factoring into Michigan’s primaries
A pro-Palestinian progressive's campaign for Michigan senator highlights how Jewish and Israel-related issues are influencing primaries in the swing state, with similar dynamics observed in other districts regardless of Jewish population density.
- School board trustee apologizes for comments about El-Sayed
School board trustee Smith apologized for comments about El-Sayed during an interview with FOX 2's Charlie Langton on Detroit Talk City. The apology aimed to clarify her original statements.
- Stevens, El-Sayed trade parting shots in spin-room after debate
Stevens and El-Sayed exchanged parting remarks in the spin room following a Democratic Primary Senate debate. Both candidates answered questions after the debate.
- Dems clash over AIPAC money, ‘ogre’ attack and electability during crucial Senate debate
The Democratic Senate candidates in Michigan, El-Sayed and Stevens, clashed over AIPAC money, the 'ogre on a pike' remark, and electability during a primary debate. El-Sayed clarified his 'ogre' comment was about John Fetterman, not Stevens, while Stevens attacked El-Sayed's tax returns and national ambitions.
- In Detroit, pro-Israel Senate candidate Haley Stevens meets pro-Palestinan El-Sayed voter
Haley Stevens, a pro-Israel Senate candidate, met with a pro-Palestinian voter named El-Sayed in Detroit. Jai Singletary, who voted for Stevens' opponent due to the Israel issue, sought the meeting to build a connection in case Stevens becomes the Democratic nominee.
- Stevens and El-Sayed push for support ahead of debate
Stevens and El-Sayed are competing in the most watched and expensive Michigan Democratic Senate nomination race, with a final debate on FOX 2 before the Aug. 4 primary. The contest is considered one of the most expensive in the country.
- Fact check: Ads take El-Sayed out of context to claim he ‘disrespects women’
Ads funded by the United Democracy Project, a group affiliated with AIPAC, claim El-Sayed has a history of 'disrespecting women.' El-Sayed's campaign calls the attacks 'misleading and offensive.'
- Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed face off in primary debate for Michigan Senate
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed are debating in the Michigan Senate primary. A third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.