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August 13, 2026
House GOP Leader Labels El-Sayed a 'Full-Blown Communist' Amid Socialist Critique
- House GOP Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain claims Abdul El-Sayed may be a 'full-blown communist' despite his denial of being a socialist.
- McClain argues that El-Sayed's platform, which includes higher taxes and free services, aligns with socialist principles.
- El-Sayed's recent primary victory reflects a broader trend of left-wing candidates winning in Democratic primaries, raising concerns for Republicans.
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- O'Reilly: 'I don't believe the American public are going to buy the socialist communist lunacy'Aug 13, 2026 at 1:59 PM · The Hill
- WATCH: Top House Republican brands El-Sayed, Mamdani 'hair tonic salesmen' in brutal jabAug 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM · Fox News
- Top Republican says El-Sayed may be 'full-blown communist' despite socialist denialAug 13, 2026 at 6:38 PM · Fox News