El-Sayed falls behind in Michigan Senate race against pro-Israel candidate

In recent months, Abdul El-Sayed has launched a Senate campaign in Michigan as a progressive Democrat, aiming to counter the Trump administration’s policies. Despite his ambitious efforts and previous endorsements from notable figures such as Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during his 2018 gubernatorial campaign, he is currently trailing in early polling against other Democratic candidates and the leading Republican contender, Mike Rogers. Research conducted in late October 2023 indicates that El-Sayed commands a mere 22.2 percent of the vote among Democratic primary voters, falling significantly behind Haley Stevens, who has garnered 34.3 percent support. Moreover, against Rogers in a hypothetical general election matchup, El-Sayed would garner just 40.1 percent of the votes compared to Rogers’ 46.9 percent, showcasing his struggle to gain traction within his home state. El-Sayed's progressive stance includes a vehement critique of Israel's military actions, particularly during recent conflicts involving Palestine. His vocal opposition to military support for Israel aligns with a broader sentiment among some voters in Michigan, a state with a substantial Arab American and Muslim community. His outspoken position has led him to categorize Israel’s military responses as