El-Sayed says Medicare for All would raise taxes for most workers

Fox News • 10 août 14h16

Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed told NBC's Meet the Press that a universal health-care system would require modest tax increases for most earners, framing it as a trade-off for guaranteed coverage.

The Independent • 09 août 21h57

After narrowly winning the Democratic primary, Abdul El-Sayed said the controversial 2019 comment by Twitch streamer Hasan Piker was “dumb” and rejected accusations of “cancel culture,” while preparing for the general election.

Fox News • 09 août 18h35

Senator John Fetterman warned that Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed's positions and campaign alliances may endanger the party's chances in the upcoming Michigan Senate race.

The Guardian • 09 août 17h23

Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed welcomed President Trump’s comparison of their visions for America and reiterated his focus on economic and health-care issues ahead of the general election.

The Guardian • 09 août 15h11

Former public-health official Abdul El-Sayed defeated incumbent Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, highlighting growing left-wing influence within the party.

NBC News • 09 août 14h22

Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed said his recent conversation with former President Barack Obama was encouraging and expressed hope that Obama will appear on the campaign trail this fall.

The Detroit News • 09 août 13h19

Former President Barack Obama spoke by phone with Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed after the primary, signaling early support as the race heads toward the November election.

Slate • 08 août 09h45

Recent primaries in Wisconsin, Michigan and Tennessee, along with a Senate vote on an attorney-general nominee, illustrate intra-party battles and strategic calculations among Democrats and Republicans.

NBC News • 07 août 21h18

The recent Michigan primaries highlighted internal divisions within the Democratic Party and a shifting Republican strategy as both sides prepare for the general election in the swing state.

AP News • 07 août 18h54

Democratic leaders in Michigan urged voters to support the party’s nominees after a closely contested Senate primary, emphasizing cohesion before the November general election.

CNN • 07 août 10h01

Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers released a video urging Democrats dissatisfied with the primary outcome to consider his candidacy, as the race heads toward the November election.

CBS News • 06 août 22h22

Rep. Haley Stevens said the contested Senate primary with Abdul El-Sayed is over and emphasized a unified Democratic front, while remaining noncommittal about joint campaigning.

NPR • 06 août 11h30

Abdul El-Sayed secured the Democratic nomination for Michigan’s Senate seat, while a Senate committee prepares a contempt vote on Dr. Anthony Fauci and President Trump highlighted his economic policies in Las Vegas.

Fox News • 06 août 00h00

Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed drew backlash after urging Republican opponent Mike Rogers that he will have “no safe quarter,” prompting accusations of threatening language and calls for clarification.

The Guardian • 05 août 17h21

Abdul El-Sayed defeated moderate congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election.

AP News • 05 août 17h03

Former health official Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election.

WXYZ Channel 7 • 05 août 14h14

Donavan McKinney won the Democratic nomination for Michigan's 13th congressional district, securing 51.5% of the vote against incumbent Shri Thanedar's 47.7%.

NBC News • 05 août 14h02

State Rep. Donavan McKinney won the Democratic primary for Michigan's Detroit-area congressional seat, unseating incumbent Shri Thanedar amid a campaign focused on progressive policies.

NPR • 05 août 10h08

Primary contests showed establishment Democrats edging out progressives in several races, a close Senate primary in Michigan, and continued influence of President Trump among Republican nominees.

The New York Times • 05 août 09h46

Incumbent Dr. Abdul El-Sayed holds a slim advantage over Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary as vote counting continues, with the winner set to face Republican Mike Rogers in the November general election.

CNN • 05 août 08h34

Turnout in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary set a new record, and the race between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens is still within a few thousand votes as counting proceeds.

NBC News • 05 août 05h58

Former public-health official Abdul El-Sayed defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, securing the nomination despite being outspent on advertising.

Fox News • 04 août 23h00

Former health official Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens are competing for the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring Sen. Gary Peters, a race that could shape the party’s direction and impact the upcoming midterm elections.

The Guardian • 04 août 21h38

Voters in Michigan chose between progressive former health official Abdul El-Sayed and centrist Rep. Haley Stevens in a closely watched Democratic Senate primary, with the outcome seen as a bellwether for the party’s direction.

The New York Times • 04 août 20h04

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens compete in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, a contest seen as a test of the party's ideological direction ahead of the November election.

Spectrum News • 04 août 15h47

Voters in five states cast ballots in primary elections that could influence control of the U.S. Senate and House, with key contests in Michigan's Senate race and Missouri's congressional rematch.

Fox News • 04 août 14h15

Primary voters in Michigan, Virginia, Kansas and other states faced contests that underscored ideological splits within parties and raised questions about federal election monitoring.

The Guardian • 04 août 14h14

Voters in Michigan will choose between progressive former health official Abdul El-Sayed and centrist congresswoman Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary, a race that could shape the party's direction ahead of the 2024 general election.

CBS News • 04 août 12h50

Primary elections are underway in five states, with Democrats defending a pivotal Senate seat in Michigan and targeting House races in Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.

Al Jazeera • 04 août 09h50

Voters in five states cast ballots in primaries that will shape House and Senate battles, test President Donald Trump's sway over Republicans, and highlight splits within the Democratic Party over foreign policy and progressive priorities.

BBC • 04 août 09h03

In Michigan's open Senate race, moderate congresswoman Haley Stevens faces left-wing challenger Abdul El-Sayed in a primary that could signal the direction of the Democratic Party ahead of the 2026 midterms.

CNN • 04 août 09h00

Democratic primaries in Michigan, Missouri and Kansas on Tuesday feature battles between progressives and moderates, with implications for the Senate balance and upcoming gubernatorial contests.

NPR • 04 août 09h00

Democratic primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota are pitting progressive outsiders against establishment favorites as the parties gauge voter appetite for change ahead of the 2024 midterms.

npr.org • 04 août 09h00

Primaries in Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia and Washington on Tuesday feature key Senate and House contests, with redistricting and intra-party battles influencing the outlook for next year’s congressional control.

AP News • 04 août 04h03

Michigan voters cast ballots in primaries that include a closely watched Democratic Senate race between Rep. Haley Stevens and former health official Abdul El-Sayed, while other key statewide and congressional nominations are also decided.

cbsnews.com • 03 août 21h54

Democratic hopeful Abdul El-Sayed argues Michigan voters are tired of establishment politics, contrasting the state’s support for Donald Trump with his push for a broad, grassroots-funded coalition.

PBS • 03 août 21h35

A review of statements made by candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary found several inaccuracies regarding polling, fundraising and opponent attacks.

AP News • 03 août 13h54

With less than two days left, candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens intensified outreach in Detroit’s Black churches and union halls, each seeking to secure the Democratic coalition needed for the June 11 primary.

CNN • 02 août 10h30

U.S. Senate primary in Michigan pits establishment-backed Rep. Haley Stevens against progressive Abdul El-Sayed, highlighting deep divisions within the Democratic Party.

Rolling Stone • 01 août 14h00

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and former state health official Abdul El-Sayed are competing for the Democratic nomination for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat, with both candidates receiving high-profile endorsements and significant campaign spending.

NPR • 01 août 09h00

Michigan voters are choosing between Rep. Haley Stevens, a moderate with establishment backing, and epidemiologist Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive champion of Medicare for All, as the race becomes a proxy for broader Democratic debates.