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Chakraborty, B., Quarshie, M., & Datoc, C. (2026, October 29). Trump’s attacks on Abdul el Sayed could backfire with the Arab Americans who backed Republicans in 2024. Washington Examiner. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/congressional/4783098/trump-anti-muslim-dearborn-michigan-persuaded-abdul-friendly-demeanor-senate-bid/
Chakraborty, Barnini, et al. “Trump’s attacks on Abdul el Sayed could backfire with the Arab Americans who backed Republicans in 2024.” Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2026, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/congressional/4783098/trump-anti-muslim-dearborn-michigan-persuaded-abdul-friendly-demeanor-senate-bid/.
Chakraborty, Barnini, Mabinty Quarshie, and Christian Datoc. “Trump’s attacks on Abdul el Sayed could backfire with the Arab Americans who backed Republicans in 2024.” Washington Examiner, October 29, 2026. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/congressional/4783098/trump-anti-muslim-dearborn-michigan-persuaded-abdul-friendly-demeanor-senate-bid/.
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In October 2026, President Donald Trump's personal attacks against Democratic Senate nominee Abdul el Sayed have alienated Arab American voters in Michigan who previously supported him in the 2024 election. This shift has drawn criticism from within the community, with one voter, Panna Sharker, expressing frustration that after backing Trump two years ago, they are now being portrayed negatively by his campaign. The attacks are particularly notable given that Arab Americans played a significant role in helping Trump secure the state of Michigan during the 2024 presidential race.