Tiana Lowe Doescher addressed allegations against Abdul el Sayed, the Michigan Democratic Senate nominee, regarding his family's alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood. She noted that while former President Barack Obama faced baseless birther claims, el Sayed's situation is different due to his family's history. El Sayed has denied these allegations and stated he disavows the organization. Doescher also commented on el Sayed's handling of questions about U.S. threats during a recent debate, as Obama campaigned for him in Detroit.
Key facts
- Tiana Lowe Doescher is an economics columnist for the Washington Examiner.
- Abdul el Sayed has denied any ties to the Muslim Brotherhood.
- Eman Abdelhadi, el Sayed's half-sister, tweeted about their mother's alleged involvement.
- Obama campaigned for el Sayed in Detroit on October 26.
- El Sayed stated he 'absolutely' disavows the Muslim Brotherhood.
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