Abdul El-Sayed Joins Michigan U.S. Senate Race

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a former Wayne County health official and 2018 Michigan gubernatorial candidate, has announced his candidacy for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat in the 2026 election. El-Sayed, running as a Democrat, emphasizes issues such as universal health care, economic inequality, and reducing the influence of billionaires and corporations in politics. He has received the endorsement of Senator Bernie Sanders, who praised El-Sayed’s commitment to health care reform and working-class interests. El-Sayed highlighted his personal background as the son of Egyptian immigrants and his experience in public health as key drivers of his campaign. The race is expected to be competitive, with Democratic State Senator Mallory McMorrow and Republican Mike Rogers also vying for the seat being vacated by Senator Gary Peters. El-Sayed's campaign focuses on listening to Michiganders and advocating for policies like Medicare for All, affordable housing, and clean air and water.