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September 16, 2026
Abdul El-Sayed Gains Support from Senate Democrats Amid Ongoing Controversy
- Abdul El-Sayed met with Senate Democrats, who are rallying behind him as he aims to keep Michigan blue in the upcoming election.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer acknowledged the need to unite the party but avoided confirming if past tensions with El-Sayed have been resolved.
- Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Elizabeth Warren praised El-Sayed's ability to connect with party members and emphasized the importance of reaching out to independents and Republicans.
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- Former congressman Sander Levin endorses El-Sayed for U.S. Senate in MichiganSep 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM · Washington Post
- SEE IT: El-Sayed can't shake one question before meeting with Dem power brokersSep 16, 2026 at 5:13 PM · Fox News
- Senate Democrats meet with Abdul El-Sayed, rallying around Michigan nomineeSep 16, 2026 at 7:14 PM · CBS News
- El-Sayed visits Senate Democrats, who are starting to warm to himSep 16, 2026 at 8:36 PM · The Hill
- Democrats Put Aside Rifts With El-Sayed, Uniting to Win in MichiganSep 16, 2026 at 9:04 PM · NYT
- Dem insurgent turns on the charm with party establishment as Schumer leaves bitter feud hangingSep 17, 2026 at 12:18 AM · Fox News