Abdul El-Sayed launches 'Habibi PAC' days after winning Michigan Senate race

Abdul El-Sayed launches Habibi PAC after winning Michigan's Senate race to support Democratic allies and expand his political influence. REUTERS/Brian Snyder (REUTERS)

Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed has launched a new political action committee called Habibi PAC, just days after winning Michigan’s US Senate race. The move signals his plans to support political allies and build influence within the Democratic Party beyond his election victory. Abdul El-Sayed launches Habibi PAC after winning Michigan’s Senate race to support Democratic allies … Read more

Abdul El-Sayed wants to investigate RFK Jr. over staff cuts at federal health agencies: It's about accountability

Abdul El-Sayed wants to investigate RFK Jr. over FDA and CDC staffing cuts, food recalls and the response to disease outbreaks. Photographer: Sarah Rice/Bloomberg (Bloomberg)

Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed wants to investigate Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over staffing cuts at federal health agencies, which he says have affected food safety and the government’s response to disease outbreaks. Abdul El-Sayed wants to investigate RFK Jr. over FDA and CDC staffing cuts, food recalls and the response … Read more

After 'Habibi' jab at JD Vance, Abdul El-Sayed says Trumps hateful campaign did not resonate with voters

Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed takes aim at Donald Trump after winning the Senate race. (Bloomberg)

Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed hit back at President Donald Trump after winning the Senate race. He said voters had rejected a “hateful, spiteful campaign” Michigan Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed takes aim at Donald Trump after winning the Senate race. (Bloomberg) He also joked that Vice President JD Vance, whom he called “habibi,” would have to swear … Read more

Abdul El-Sayed makes history as first Muslim elected to US Senate, defeats Trump-backed Mike Rogers

Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s closely watched Senate race, making history as the first Muslim American elected to the chamber

Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s closely watched U.S. Senate race, defeating Republican Mike Rogers, who was backed by President Donald Trump. El-Sayed created history by becoming the first Muslim American elected to the United States Senate, marking a historic milestone for Muslim representation in American politics. Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s closely watched Senate race, making … Read more

When JD swears me in, you can call me senator: Abdul El-Sayed mocks team Trump

Abdul El-Sayed, Democratic US Senate candidate from Michigan, during an election night event with Michigan Democrats in Detroit, Michigan, US, early on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026. (Bloomberg)

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive favourite, has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter contest for Michigan’s open Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim to enter the US Senate. His victory marks a major win for the Democratic Party’s left wing in one of the country’s key swing states. Abdul El-Sayed, Democratic US Senate candidate from … Read more

Abdul El-Sayed mocks Trump as Michigan race sees last-minute political twist: Call me Senator after tomorrow

Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed expressed confidence at final rallies in Michigan, where he faces Republican Mike Rogers.

Democratic US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed took a sharp dig at President Donald Trump during his final campaign appearances in Michigan, expressing confidence about his chances of winning the closely watched Senate race ahead of Election Day. Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed expressed confidence at final rallies in Michigan, where he faces Republican Mike Rogers. … Read more

Haley Stevens explains why she supported Mike Rogers, withdrew Abdul El-Sayed endorsement amid Michigan midterm upheaval

Former Representative Mike Rogers, a Republican from Michigan and US Senate candidate, and Representative Haley Stevens, a Democrat from Michigan, speak to members of the media amid the political upheaval ahead of the senatorial midterm race. (Bloomberg)

Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens explained on X why she supported Republican candidate Mike Rogers over her own party member Abdul El-Sayed in the senatorial race. The withdrawal of Stevens’ endorsement of El-Sayed, days before the US midterm elections on November 3, caused political upheaval in Michigan. Former Representative Mike Rogers, a Republican from Michigan and … Read more

Haley Stevens backs Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race, abandoning earlier support for Abdul El-Sayed

Haley Stevens' surprise endorsement switch followed months of tensions with Abdul El-Sayed over Israel policy, party unity and campaign strategy. (X | Haley Stevens)

Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens shocked Michigan’s political landscape Sunday after endorsing Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers, abandoning her earlier support for Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed just days before the election. Haley Stevens’ surprise endorsement switch followed months of tensions with Abdul El-Sayed over Israel policy, party unity and campaign strategy. (X | Haley Stevens) The … Read more

Woman believed to be Abdul El-Sayed supporter arrested after physical confrontation with content creator Benichou at Michigan event

A woman identified online as a supporter of Abdul El-Sayed was arrested after an alleged physical confrontation with Jewish content creator Benichou.   Salwan Georges/Getty Images/AFP (Getty Images via AFP)

A woman was arrested after an alleged physical confrontation with Jewish content creator Benichou at a free speech event in Michigan, according to social media posts from people who said they witnessed the incident. A woman identified online as a supporter of Abdul El-Sayed was arrested after an alleged physical confrontation with Jewish content creator … Read more

'This is BIG': Trump praises Haley Stevens after she backs Republican Mike Rogers over Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race

President Donald Trump praised Democratic Rep Haley Stevens in a Truth Social post on Sunday. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)

President Donald Trump has praised Democrat Haley Stevens after she broke with her party to endorse Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race. Her surprise move has sparked a political stir just days before the midterm elections, especially after her public fallout with Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. President Donald Trump praised Democratic Rep Haley … Read more