Michigan

After narrow primary victory, El-Sayed faces skepticism from Jewish, Black Democrats

El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, but party leaders now face the task of uniting Jewish and Black Democrats ahead of November.

Abdul El-Sayed, winner of Michigan US, Democratic primary, speaks during a press conference in Detroit, Michigan, US August 5, 2026.
US Democratic Senate candidate from Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed, speaks to supporters at his Get Out to Vote rally in Detroit, Michigan on August 3, 2026.

Donald Trump: Abdul El-Sayed is a 'communist loser' who hates Israel, Jews 'with a passion'

Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed speaks to supporters at an election-night rally at the Majestic Theatre on August 04, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

Jewish Democrats question support from El-Sayed after Michigan Senate primary win

Democratic nominee William Lawrence after the Michigan Democratic House primary.

Pro-Palestinian candidate supported by El-Sayed takes Michigan Democratic nomination for House


Israel critic Abdul El-Sayed defeats AIPAC-backed Haley Stevens in Michigan primary

El-Sayed will face Republican Mike Rogers in November in a race critical to Democrats' hopes of regaining control of the US Senate.

US Senate Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks on stage, with vote counting continuing for Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, in Detroit, Michigan, US, August 5, 2026

CDC expands largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states - report

US cyclosporiasis cases have reached record levels this year, with the current epidemic among the largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent US history.

Lettuce is displayed for sale, amid reports of slumping consumer confidence in lettuce and other fresh produce during the current cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands across the US, at a grocery store in Washington, DC, US, July 24, 2026.

Lawn signs for Abdul, door knocking for Haley: Michigan Jews split in Senate Democratic primary

El-Sayed has said that the Israeli government is as “evil” as Hamas, often accusing Israel of committing “genocide” in Gaza while advocating that US aid to Israel be diverted to domestic priorities.

A campaign sign for Democratic candidate for US Senate in Michigan Abdul El-Sayed is positioned outside as he makes a campaign stop at Glow Hall on Aug. 1, 2026 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

AIPAC draws attention in Michigan Senate primary, but voters say it is not top issue

AIPAC’s super PAC has spent over $30 million to support Stevens’ campaign, toppling its previous records in a bid to prevent one of its most vocal Democratic critics from reaching the Senate. 

Campaign signs outside of an early voting site in Oak Park, Michigan, on August 2, 2026.

Jewish Democrats back Michigan A-G Dana Nessel’s decision to skip state party convention

Nessel has raised the alarm about antisemitism within the party for years, alleging in 2024 that Rashida Tlaib had been antisemitic when criticizing charges filed against pro-Palestinian protesters.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel speaks on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

How do Jews, Israel factor into other Michigan races ahead of the elections?

Candidates across Michigan are clashing over Israel, military aid, and antisemitism as the issue shapes congressional and local Democratic primaries

US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D-MI) and US Rep. Haley Stevens participate in a televised US Senate debate moderated by Roop Raj from Fox 2 at Fox 2 Studios in Southfield, Michigan, U.S., July 27, 2026.

AIPAC is the top issue at final primary debate between Stevens and El-Sayed in Michigan

The repeated invoking of the pro-Israel group was a symbol of how toxic the lobbyist’s brand has become to the Democratic electorate in certain races.

US Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed, left, and US Rep. Haley Stevens participate in a televised debate moderated by Roop Raj from Fox 2 on July 27, 2026 at Fox 2 Studios in Southfield, Michigan.

Eight indicted for campus threats at University of Michigan, protesters called it free speech

When protest crosses into intimidation, universities need legal clarity – not endless debates over definitions

Students demonstrate during a pro-Palestinian protest during the University of Michigan’s spring commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024 at Michigan Stadium.
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In Detroit, pro-Israel Senate candidate Haley Stevens meets pro-Palestinan El-Sayed supporter

The interaction spotlighted two questions hanging over Michigan’s primaries: To what degree are voters factoring Israel into their decisions, and does pro-Palestinian sentiment cross racial lines?

US Rep. Haley Stevens (l), candidate for the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan, discusses Israel with Jai Singletary, director of a Detroit neighborhood improvement association, in Detroit, Michigan, July 27, 2026.

US FDA says it is investigating another cyclosporiasis outbreak

The agency's announcement on Wednesday adds to the growing number of cyclosporiasis cases reported across the US Midwest, including Michigan and four other states.

A US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) logo, a syringe and a vial are seen in this illustration taken May 13, 2025.