Abdul El-Sayed

New generation of left-wing US media is powering progressive candidates

Progressive candidates are using podcasts and other digital platforms to turn national online support into primary election victories.

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Michigan Democratic Senate primary winner Abdul El-Sayed speaks during a press conference in front of the Spirit of Detroit statue on August 05, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.
US President Donald Trump gives thumbs-up as he walks from Marine One to board Air Force One, July 31, 2026; illustrative.

Trump clashes with Hegseth over munition shortages, slams 'communist' El-Sayed

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs - the top stories, clear and concise. 

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US Senate Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks on stage, with vote counting continuing for Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, in Detroit, Michigan, US, August 5, 2026

Israel critic Abdul El-Sayed defeats AIPAC-backed Haley Stevens in Michigan primary

El-Sayed will face Republican Mike Rogers in November in a race critical to Democrats' hopes of regaining control of the US Senate.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS