Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Senate race, defeating Republican Mike Rogers. The Associated Press confirmed his victory shortly after 1:30 a.m. on November 4, 2026, with El-Sayed receiving 85 percent of the votes counted. He is the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate and addressed previous attacks from President Trump during his victory speech. This win is part of a larger trend of Democratic victories in the recent elections.
Key facts
- Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Senate race on November 4, 2026.
- He defeated Republican Mike Rogers with 85 percent of the votes counted.
- El-Sayed is the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate.
- Trump and Vance campaigned against El-Sayed with negative statements.
- The election results contribute to a Democratic shift in control of Congress.
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