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Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Democratic Primary, Positioning Him as a Potential First Muslim U.S. Senator
The 41-year-old physician and former gubernatorial candidate secured the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, drawing expressions of pride from Muslim communities and concern from some pro-Israel advocates.
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