NYT
El-Sayed Wants to Mend Ties With Jewish Democrats, but Some Are Still Not Impressed
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Abdulrahman El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, has met with Jewish Democratic leaders to address concerns about his past statements on Israel and Gaza. Some Jewish Democrats said the meetings were productive, while others remained unconvinced about his positions. El-Sayed previously faced criticism for comments made during his 2022 gubernatorial campaign. His campaign has stated he supports a two-state solution and condemns antisemitism.
