US Midterm Results | US Gets 1st Muslim Senator As Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Race
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has made history by becoming the first Muslim elected to the United States Senate after defeating Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan. The son of Egyptian immigrants, El-Sayed, a former public health official who has never held elected office, campaigned on progressive promises, including universal healthcare. His victory secures a key Senate seat for Democrats as he succeeds retiring Senator Gary Peters.
