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First Muslim Senator Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Election

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has won a US Senate seat in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim senator. He defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a race that saw controversy from fellow Democrat Haley Stevens.

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What happened

01Abdul El-Sayed will become the first Muslim senator after winning a US Senate seat in Michigan.
02El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a closely watched election.
03He criticized US foreign policy and the war in Gaza in his victory speech.
04Fellow Democrat Haley Stevens endorsed El-Sayed's opponent, calling him controversial.
05Democrats have secured control of both houses of Congress in the midterm elections.

El-Sayed's victory speech criticized US foreign policy and the war in Gaza, stating he wants US tax dollars invested domestically rather than funding conflict or 'apartheid'. The Democratic party has gained control of both houses of Congress.

Translated and summarized by baba from Kipa, the latest report. Read Kipa’s original