Michigan progressive Abdul El-Sayed says ‘ogre’ remark not directed at rival
Summary
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said his “ogre” comment referred to Senator John Fetterman, not his primary opponent Haley Stevens. The Michigan Senate race is a hard-fought contest between El-Sayed’s progressive views and Stevens’ moderate stance, with both candidates sharply differing on Israel and party direction.Key Facts
- Abdul El-Sayed said the “ogre” remark targeted Senator John Fetterman, who shifted right since election, not Haley Stevens.
- El-Sayed condemned harsh language about Stevens and asked supporters to be respectful.
- Stevens is a moderate candidate backed by the party establishment and strongly supports Israel.
- El-Sayed calls Israel’s Gaza campaign a “genocide” and opposes U.S. arms support for Israel.
- Stevens was endorsed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer; El-Sayed has support from Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- The primary is seen as a test of progressive energy versus establishment influence in a key presidential battleground state.
- Michigan’s Senate seat is open due to Senator Gary Peters retiring and is important for control of the U.S. Senate.
- Former Congressman Mike Rogers, a Republican and Trump ally, is preparing to run in the general election.
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