In a monumental milestone for American politics, Abdul El-Sayed has won election to the United States Senate from Michigan, making history as the first Muslim US Senator in the nation's history. Running as a Democrat, El-Sayed defeated Republican candidate Mike Rogers in a closely watched contest.
Read nextPresident Donald Trump Acknowledges Iran War Impact on Republican Midterm SetbacksEl-Sayed, the former health director of Wayne County who previously overcame a competitive primary challenge against Haley Stevens, secured the victory following the retirement of two-term Democratic Senator Gary Peters. Addressing enthusiastic supporters after his win, El-Sayed delivered an inspiring speech reflecting on representation, civic duty, and the inclusion of immigrant families. Directing a bold message toward Donald Trump regarding his upcoming swearing-in by Vice President JD Vance in January, El-Sayed remarked, "Donald—I know you always had trouble pronouncing my name. So starting this January, after JD swears me in, you can just call me 'Senator'."
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