Abdul El-Sayed Becomes First Muslim Senator in U.S. History, Defeating Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan

Some sources refer to El-Sayed as 'Abdul Rahman Al-Sayyed' or 'Abdul Rahman Al-Sa'id', while others use 'Abdul El-Sayed'.

The exact timing of the victory announcement varies across sources, with some reporting it as early as 6:30 AM and others as late as 7:44 AM.

Some sources mention the race being part of the 2026 U.S. Midterms, while others do not specify the election cycle.

The focus on Israel as a central issue in the race is mentioned by some sources, while others do not elaborate on this aspect.

Abdul Rahman Al-Sayyed, the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, became the first Muslim senator in U.S. history after defeating his Republican opponent.

Abdul El-Sayed won despite a last-minute setback when congresswoman Haley Stevens, whom he defeated in the Democratic primary, endorsed Republican Mike Rogers.

Washington - Maqalah - Democratic Abdul Rahman Al-Sa'id, who belongs to the left wing of the party, announced today Wednesday that he won the Senate election in northern Michigan state, confirming his victory over Republican opponent Mike Rogers. The doctor, who will become the first Muslim senator in the United States, said in a speech: 'Michigan, we did it!', according to the French Press Agency. He added: 'I feel great pride and honor to stand here as an elected senator from the great state of Michigan.' Abdul Sa'id...

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed said he had won a US Senate seat in Michigan over Republican Mike Rogers, which would make him the first Muslim elected to the upper chamber of Congress.

Democrat Abdul el-Sayed claims victory in Michigan Senate battle  Al Arabiya English

Abdul El-Sayed triumphed in a bitter Michigan contest where Israel stayed at the center of the race.

El-Sayed won despite a last-minute hiccup in his campaign when congresswoman Haley Stevens, who lost the Democratic primary, came out in support of Rogers at the 11th hour

Abdul El-Sayed has won the US Senate seat in Michigan, defeating Mike Rogers in the recent election. His campaign focused on universal healthcare and ensuring government accountability for all citizens. El-Sayed's victory follows a close primary race against Congresswoman Haley Stevens earlier this year. He aims to be a representative for Michigan’s diverse electorate and is poised to become the first Muslim senator.

US Midterms 2026: Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan race, becomes first Muslim American to be elected to US Senate  WION