Business · Personal finance · published 2026-08-27 · via Fortune

Michigan Democrats struggle with internal divisions over Senate nominee El-Sayed

Michigan Democrats are facing internal conflict over Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, with some party members withholding support due to his criticism of Israel and associations. The divisions complicate efforts to focus on economic issues ahead of the election. El-Sayed, who would be the first Muslim senator, has denounced antisemitism while criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza.

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The primary victory over Rep. Haley Stevens has not healed party rifts. Rep. Hillary Scholten and state Rep. Jeremy Moss have declined to endorse El-Sayed, while Attorney General Dana Nessel criticized his response to a synagogue attack. These internal objections stem from his rhetoric on Israel and his association with streamer Hasan Piker.

Piker's recent comments about Jewish institutions and potential violence

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