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Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Praises Jews but Criticizes Israel and AIPAC, Sparking Controversy

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First reported by Srugim · 23 hours ago

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Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan's Democratic Senate primary winner, praised Jews but criticized Israel and AIPAC, causing controversy. His victory, backed by the Arab-American community, may shift Democratic Party dynamics ahead of 2028. President Trump condemned El-Sayed's stance, calling him a passionate hater of Jews and Israel.

01Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary with strong Arab-American support.
02He praised Judaism and Jewish people but sharply criticized Israel and AIPAC.
03El-Sayed called the equation of Israel and Judaism "bullsh*t."
04His victory may influence Democratic Party debates on Israel ahead of 2028 elections.
05President Trump condemned El-Sayed, calling him a passionate hater of Jews and Israel.

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