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Abdul El-Sayed

MediaBias News has published 28 stories involving Abdul El-Sayed, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.

Politics · United States
Michigan Senate Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension Amid High Prices
Republican US Senate candidate Mike Rogers has called for suspending state and federal gas taxes as prices in Michigan average $4.75 per gallon. Democratic rival Abdul El-Sayed also supports a pause, though he attributes price spikes to conflict, not taxes.
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Politics · United States
Hasan Piker says US causes more deaths than al-Qaeda
Far-left streamer Hasan Piker stated that the United States causes more deaths globally than al-Qaeda. His remarks have drawn criticism from Republicans and scrutiny for Democrats associated with him, including Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
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Politics · United States
Trump PAC Reports $21 Million in Midterm Spending
A super PAC linked to Donald Trump, No Going Back PAC, has reported spending approximately $21 million on independent expenditures in competitive Senate and House races. The largest Senate expenditures targeted Democratic candidates.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed led protest against speakers described as 'ex-terrorists'
Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, led a protest in 2007 against speakers who identified as former terrorists. The event and El-Sayed's role in the Muslim Students Association have drawn renewed attention.
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Politics · United States
Border Patrol's Gregory Bovino Retired Amid Misconduct Investigation
Former Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino retired in March 2026 while under an internal investigation. The inquiry, opened in early March, cited allegations of misconduct, including lying about being hit by a rock and using antisemitic language.
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Politics · United States
JD Vance tells Abdul El-Sayed to keep wife's name out of mouth
Vice President JD Vance told Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to stop mentioning his wife, Usha Vance, during a campaign rally. Vance also accused El-Sayed of promoting a divisive ideology.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed faces scrutiny over Hasan Piker ties
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed has faced questions regarding his association with streamer Hasan Piker, who has been involved in an antisemitism controversy. El-Sayed has tried to downplay his connection to Piker, but was pressed on the issue during an interview.
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Politics · United States
Usha Vance Responds to El-Sayed's Jab About JD Vance's Grandfather
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed implied Vice President JD Vance's family might not have embraced his wife, Usha Vance. Usha Vance responded by stating she laughed and that JD Vance's parents raised loving children.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed mocks Trump's pronunciation of his name
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed mocked President Donald Trump's pronunciation of his name at a town hall event. El-Sayed also referenced White House aide Natalie Harp and criticized Trump's economic policies, including tariffs on Canada.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Politics · United States
Democrats condemn Hasan Piker's remarks
Prominent Democrats, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, have condemned streamer Hasan Piker for remarks described as antisemitic. The condemnations follow Piker's calls for violence against capitalists and his comments regarding Jewish support for Israel.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 68
Politics · Israel
Hasan Piker comments spark condemnation from Democrats
Influencer Hasan Piker's comments suggesting American Jews could face action for their support of Israel have drawn condemnation from several Democratic lawmakers. Some politicians are calling for stronger disavowals from those who have previously associated with Piker.
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Politics · United States
El-Sayed asks Watters if he is circumcised during Fox News interview
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed asked Fox News host Jesse Watters if he was circumcised during an interview. The question came as they discussed gender-affirming care for minors, with El-Sayed defending his position by comparing it to circumcision.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed criticises JD Vance's wife Usha Vance
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed has faced backlash for social media posts that targeted Second Lady Usha Vance and a Trump aide. Critics accused El-Sayed of racism and sexism, while supporters defended his remarks.
United States2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61
Politics · United States
El-Sayed leads Rogers by up to 7 points in Michigan Senate polls
Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed holds a lead over Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race, according to recent polling. One poll shows El-Sayed ahead by 7 points, while another indicates a much narrower margin.
United States3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United States
Letters to the editor on 13 August 2026 criticise Democrats, Trudeau and wealth inequality
On 13 August 2026, letters to the editor in right-rated outlets focused on criticism of Democratic Party policies, figures like Abdul El-Sayed, and COVID-19 leadership. A centre-rated digest referenced a letter mentioning Mark Carney and Donald Trump. No left-rated outlet covered the letters.
United States4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed’s deleted videos resurface ahead of Michigan Senate race
More than 100 of Abdul El-Sayed’s YouTube videos were removed or made private before his 2026 Senate campaign. CNN reported that some criticised Fourth of July fireworks, the Second Amendment and American football, prompting backlash from Republican opponents and scrutiny from Democrats.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed disavows Hasan Piker’s 2019 remark that US ‘deserved’ 9/11 attacks
Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed dismissed Hasan Piker’s 2019 claim that the US ‘deserved’ the 9/11 attacks as a ‘dumb statement’ but maintained his association with the streamer. Right-rated outlets led on the controversy, while centre-rated reports noted the disavowal without framing it as a campaign liability.
United States4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 87 · Hype 30
Politics · United States
White House calls Michigan candidate Abdul El-Sayed a communist threat
The White House shared a compilation of Abdul El-Sayed’s past statements on defunding police, abolishing ICE and wealth taxes, calling his views a direct threat to America. Right-rated outlets led on the video and on a DSA spokeswoman’s refusal to say who would catch a rapist if police were abolished. No left- or centre-rated outlet carried the story.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 31 · Hype 67
Politics · United States
Joe Scarborough criticises Democrats over Hasan Piker ties on Morning Joe
Joe Scarborough devoted a 30-minute segment of Morning Joe to attacking Democrats for campaigning with Hasan Piker, who has faced criticism for comments about 9/11 and October 7. Right-rated outlets led on Scarborough’s language, while the centre-rated digest focused on the electoral warning.
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Politics · United States
Nancy Mace warns of burkas in schools if Abdul El-Sayed elected
US Representative Nancy Mace said on CNN that 'our granddaughters will be wearing burkas to school' if Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s Senate race, calling Muslim officeholders a threat. CNN’s Omar Jimenez challenged her on First Amendment protections during the exchange.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed pledges Senate subpoenas to investigate Trump administration
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat, told CNN he would use subpoena power to investigate the Trump administration if Democrats win a Senate majority in 2026. Right-rated outlets carried the remarks; no left- or centre-rated outlet reported them.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 51 · Hype 41
Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed calls Trump marriage 'rocky' after Truth Social post
Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed described Donald and Melania Trump’s marriage as 'rocky' during a CNN interview, days after Trump shared a photo comparing the couples on Truth Social. The remark drew criticism from right-rated outlets, while left-rated coverage framed it as a response to Trump’s attacks.
United States4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 68 · Hype 32
Politics · United States
Michigan Democratic Senate primary won by Abdul El-Sayed as Trump calls victory good for GOP
Abdul El-Sayed secured the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s U.S. Senate race after a narrow primary win over Representative Haley Stevens. President Donald Trump responded on Truth Social, calling the result ‘great news for the Republican Party’ and attacking El-Sayed’s politics.
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Politics · United States
Vance announces $230bn fraud task force findings and calls for tougher penalties
Vice President JD Vance said a White House task force identified $230 billion in fraud and stopped $56 billion in fraudulent payments. He called for Congress to enact tougher penalties and codify anti-fraud measures to prevent a future Democratic administration reversing the work.
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Politics · United States
Haley Stevens accuses Abdul El-Sayed of refusing to recognise Israel’s right to exist
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Haley Stevens accused primary rival Abdul El-Sayed of equivocating on Israel’s right to exist, as protests over AIPAC donations and a record $80 million spent on the race dominated the final day of campaigning. El-Sayed has called Israel’s actions in Gaza genocide.
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Politics · United States
Michigan Democratic Senate primary preview focuses on Israel and AIPAC spending
MSNBC’s Ali Vitali previewed the Michigan Democratic Senate primary on Morning Joe, emphasising AIPAC’s spending to back Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed’s calls to abolish ICE and end military aid to Israel. Katty Kay later said affordability, not Israel, was voters’ top concern.
United States4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
Politics · United States
Michigan Senate Primary Pits El-Sayed Against Stevens in Democratic Test
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens has become a high-stakes battle over the party’s future, with El-Sayed backed by progressives and Stevens by the establishment. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in November.
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Politics · United States
Abdul El-Sayed widens lead in Michigan Senate primary polls
Abdul El-Sayed has extended his lead in pre-primary polls among Michigan Democrats, backed by the UAW and progressive lawmakers. His opponent, Rep. Haley Stevens, is supported by party leaders and AIPAC, which has spent millions on her campaign.
United States5 min readTrust 45 · Craft 55 · Hype 50

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