Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed released a financial disclosure report moments before a primary debate on July 29, 2026. The report indicates that El-Sayed and his wife have assets valued between $870,000 and $2.1 million. Notable entries include a rental property in Dubai valued up to $250,000 and a liability to a Dubai company worth up to $100,000. El-Sayed's employment status has also changed; he reported earning $72,000 as a consultant for Wayne County, Michigan, alongside a salary of $82,750. This contrasts with his previous year's reported salary of $278,900.
The financial disclosures have raised questions about El-Sayed's wealth, particularly in light of his progressive platform, which includes proposals to challenge U.S.-Israel relations and provide universal healthcare. His opponent, Rep. Haley Stevens, has criticized him for not releasing his tax returns and has highlighted the contrast between their financial situations during their campaign. El-Sayed responded to these criticisms by stating that he has made the necessary disclosures and described the focus on his finances as a distraction from more pressing issues. His campaign did not provide immediate comments regarding the disclosures or their timing.