Trump Attacks El-Sayed Over Faith In Michigan Campaign
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Speaking at a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday, Trump accused El-Sayed of having links to the Muslim Brotherhood and described him as a threat to national security.
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“I’m here to keep a jihadist, Muslim Brotherhood member from becoming a United States senator,” Trump told a receptive audience in Port Huron, Michigan.
If El-Sayed wins, "he would be the only senator that will have to go through a metal detector before he's allowed to go in the Senate," Trump said.
Michigan's Senate race between El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers is among a handful of contests that could determine control of the chamber.
"If you are going to go to the United States Senate, we need to know: Are you for America or are you for these terrorist groups overseas?" Rogers said at a debate last week.
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At a Michigan rally on October 25, President Donald Trump made Islamophobic remarks about Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to energize Republican supporters. Claiming El-Sayed would open the country to "hordes of jihadis," Trump falsely labeled him as associated with the Muslim Brotherhood and contrasted this with his white opponent Mike Rogers, calling Rogers “apple pie.” The rally in Port Huron aimed to…
In Islamophobic rant, Trump seeks to stir Republican base in Michigan →3 articles from The Straits Times on this storyPresident Donald Trump attacked Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a rally in Port Huron on Sunday, calling him a "jihadist" and suggesting he would be unable to board an airplane due to national security concerns. This came as part of Trump's final week campaign efforts ahead of the November 3 elections. In response, El-Sayed mocked Trump’s remarks at a separate rally in Grand Rapids, joking…
Trump and El-Sayed exchange brutal jibes after president said Michigan candidate 'can't get a seat on an airplane' during battleground state rallies in final week of campaign →2 articles from Daily Mail on this storyPresident Trump held a rally in Port Huron, Michigan, ahead of the November 3 midterm elections to support Republican candidates Mike Rogers and John James. At the event, he criticized Democratic opponent Abdul El-Sayed by calling him a "jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member," though El-Sayed had previously disavowed the Muslim Brotherhood during a debate. The article notes reactions from both sides, including comments…
Trump attacks El-Sayed over his faith, calls him "jihadist" →2 articles from CBS News on this storyPresident Donald Trump delivered a speech at a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, where he attacked Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, alleging that El-Sayed wants to implement Sharia law and questioning his fitness for Congress due to alleged security concerns. Trump suggested additional screening for El-Sayed if elected and accused him of having ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, despite lack of…
Trump Ramps Up Attacks: President brands Abdul El-Sayed security threat; critics decry religious targeting →2 articles from Times of India on this storyPresident Donald Trump is visiting Michigan on Sunday to campaign for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in an effort to sway voters ahead of the midterm elections on November 3rd. Trump's visit follows claims by Republicans that El-Sayed has ties to extremist groups, which El-Sayed denies and says are attacks based on his faith and heritage. This trip marks Trump’s latest…
Trump's midterm swing brings him to Michigan as Republicans aim to undermine El-Sayed in Senate race →President Donald Trump demanded that Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed undergo metal detector screening at the U.S. Capitol if elected, alleging ties to extremist groups without providing evidence. This occurred during a rally where Trump accused El-Sayed of having family connections to terrorism and claimed he would pose a security risk. The race is tight, with recent polling showing El-Sayed leading…
Trump demands metal detectors for Abdul El-Sayed at US capitol as he spew attacks at Democrat during rally →Show 5 more outlets
At a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, President Donald Trump compared Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to the September 11 attackers while urging voters to reject him, claiming El-Sayed would be the first Muslim elected to the US Senate and an extremist threat. The race for the open seat is seen as crucial in determining control of the chamber ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, with…
Trump cites 9/11 in urging Michigan voters to oppose Muslim Senate candidate El-Sayed →At a Michigan rally supporting Republican candidates, President Trump used Islamophobic rhetoric, alleging that Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed supports jihadists and should be barred from entering the U.S. Capitol without a metal detector check. Former Representative Mike Rogers, the GOP’s Senate candidate, also participated in the event. The rally featured speaker David Beamer, whose son was killed on…
Trump leans into Islamophobic rhetoric at Michigan rally →President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed by calling him a "jihadist" during a rally on Sunday, questioning El-Sayed's loyalty to the United States and invoking the 9/11 attacks. This anti-Muslim rhetoric drew condemnation from former Arab American supporters, including Bishara Bahbah, who called Trump’s statements racist and out of line. The race is seen as crucial…
Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against El-Sayed in Michigan →President Trump made Islamophobic remarks against Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a campaign rally in Michigan, falsely accusing him of being a "jihadist" and suggesting he would need to pass through a metal detector before entering the Capitol. Trump also compared voting for El-Sayed to aiding terrorists on September 11th, supporting Republican candidate Mike Rogers who has made similar unfounded…
Trump Ramps Up His Islamophobic Attacks Against Abdul El-Sayed →President Donald Trump referred to Democratic Senate nominee Abdul el Sayed as a "jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member" during a trip to Michigan on Monday, sparking controversy in the race. Vice President JD Vance, when asked if he agreed with Trump's characterization, was more cautious, describing el Sayed as having “weird friends” and associating with a segment of Democrats that justify violence against the U.S…
Trump, Vance, and the ‘jihadist’ el Sayed →Analysis
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El-Sayed has repeatedly disavowed unproven claims by Republicans that he is connected to the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamic movement with branches that the U.S. government has designated as terrorist organizations.
- 26 Oct
'I don't even care that he remembers my whole name because he can just go on and call me senator after November,' El-Sayed told cheering supporters at a rival rally in Grand Rapids.
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29 Oct Trump, Vance, and the ‘jihadist’ el SayedPresident Donald Trump referred to Democratic Senate nominee Abdul el Sayed as a "jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member" during a trip to Michigan on Monday, sparking controversy in the race. Vice President JD Vance, when asked if he agreed with Trump's characterization, was more cautious, describing el Sayed as having “weird friends” and associating with a segment of Democrats that justify violence against the U.S…Washington Examiner
28 Oct Trump Ramps Up Attacks: President brands Abdul El-Sayed security threat; critics decry religious targetingPresident Donald Trump delivered a speech at a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, where he attacked Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, alleging that El-Sayed wants to implement Sharia law and questioning his fitness for Congress due to alleged security concerns. Trump suggested additional screening for El-Sayed if elected and accused him of having ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, despite lack of…Times of India
27 Oct Trump escalates attacks on Muslim Senate hopeful, drawing Arab American rebukePresident Trump criticized Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at a rally in Port Huron, calling him a “jihadist” and questioning his loyalty to the United States. Former Trump ally Bishara Bahbah from Arab Americans for Peace condemned these remarks as racist and unacceptable within the Arab and Muslim communities. The race between El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers is crucial for Senate control…Times of India27 Oct In Islamophobic rant, Trump seeks to stir Republican base in MichiganAt a Michigan rally on October 25, President Donald Trump made Islamophobic remarks about Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to energize Republican supporters. Claiming El-Sayed would open the country to "hordes of jihadis," Trump falsely labeled him as associated with the Muslim Brotherhood and contrasted this with his white opponent Mike Rogers, calling Rogers “apple pie.” The rally in Port Huron aimed to…The Straits Times
26 Oct Trump Ramps Up His Islamophobic Attacks Against Abdul El-SayedPresident Trump made Islamophobic remarks against Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a campaign rally in Michigan, falsely accusing him of being a "jihadist" and suggesting he would need to pass through a metal detector before entering the Capitol. Trump also compared voting for El-Sayed to aiding terrorists on September 11th, supporting Republican candidate Mike Rogers who has made similar unfounded…Mother Jones
26 Oct Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against El-Sayed in MichiganPresident Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed by calling him a "jihadist" during a rally on Sunday, questioning El-Sayed's loyalty to the United States and invoking the 9/11 attacks. This anti-Muslim rhetoric drew condemnation from former Arab American supporters, including Bishara Bahbah, who called Trump’s statements racist and out of line. The race is seen as crucial…NPR
26 Oct Trump attacks El-Sayed over his faith, calls him "jihadist"President Trump held a rally in Port Huron, Michigan, ahead of the November 3 midterm elections to support Republican candidates Mike Rogers and John James. At the event, he criticized Democratic opponent Abdul El-Sayed by calling him a "jihadist Muslim Brotherhood member," though El-Sayed had previously disavowed the Muslim Brotherhood during a debate. The article notes reactions from both sides, including comments…CBS News
26 Oct Trump and El-Sayed exchange brutal jibes after president said Michigan candidate 'can't get a seat on an airplane' during battleground state rallies in final week of campaignPresident Donald Trump attacked Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed during a rally in Port Huron on Sunday, calling him a "jihadist" and suggesting he would be unable to board an airplane due to national security concerns. This came as part of Trump's final week campaign efforts ahead of the November 3 elections. In response, El-Sayed mocked Trump’s remarks at a separate rally in Grand Rapids, joking…Daily Mail
26 Oct Trump attacks Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan campaign stopPresident Trump made an appearance at a campaign event in Port Huron, Michigan, where he criticized Abdul El-Sayed, who is running for governor. This visit comes during the final full week before the midterm elections, with early voting available in 43 states according to Nikole Killion's report from CBS News.CBS News
25 Oct Trump leans into Islamophobic rhetoric at Michigan rallyAt a Michigan rally supporting Republican candidates, President Trump used Islamophobic rhetoric, alleging that Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed supports jihadists and should be barred from entering the U.S. Capitol without a metal detector check. Former Representative Mike Rogers, the GOP’s Senate candidate, also participated in the event. The rally featured speaker David Beamer, whose son was killed on…NBC News
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25 Oct Trump cites 9/11 in urging Michigan voters to oppose Muslim Senate candidate El-SayedAt a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, President Donald Trump compared Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to the September 11 attackers while urging voters to reject him, claiming El-Sayed would be the first Muslim elected to the US Senate and an extremist threat. The race for the open seat is seen as crucial in determining control of the chamber ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, with…South China Morning Post25 Oct Trump invokes 9/11 in urging Michigan voters to oppose Muslim Senate candidate El-SayedAt a campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, on October 25, President Donald Trump linked Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed to Muslim extremists and invoked the September 11 attacks to urge voters to oppose him. Trump said voting for El-Sayed would be like letting "a jihadist" into the Senate, likening it to the actions of Todd Beamer who fought back against the hijackers on Flight 93 during 9/11. The race…The Straits Times
25 Oct Trump vows to make 'jihadist' Abdul El- Sayed go through metal detectors in Senate if he winsPresident Trump criticized Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at a rally in Port Huron on Sunday, referring to him as a "jihadist" and demanding that he undergo metal detector screenings if elected. Trump claimed this would be unique among senators, despite other Muslim members of Congress not facing additional security checks. The comments come amid the final push for midterms, with El-Sayed having recently…Daily Mail25 Oct Trump demands metal detectors for Abdul El-Sayed at US capitol as he spew attacks at Democrat during rallyPresident Donald Trump demanded that Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed undergo metal detector screening at the U.S. Capitol if elected, alleging ties to extremist groups without providing evidence. This occurred during a rally where Trump accused El-Sayed of having family connections to terrorism and claimed he would pose a security risk. The race is tight, with recent polling showing El-Sayed leading…The Independent
25 Oct Trump's midterm swing brings him to Michigan as Republicans aim to undermine El-Sayed in Senate racePresident Donald Trump is visiting Michigan on Sunday to campaign for Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in an effort to sway voters ahead of the midterm elections on November 3rd. Trump's visit follows claims by Republicans that El-Sayed has ties to extremist groups, which El-Sayed denies and says are attacks based on his faith and heritage. This trip marks Trump’s latest…Toronto Star25 Oct Trump campaigns in Michigan a day after Obama rallies DemocratsOn October 25, President Donald Trump campaigned for Republicans in Port Huron, Michigan, one day after former President Barack Obama rallied Democrats in the state. This timing underscores Michigan’s significance ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The article focuses on the competitive US Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, highlighting how Trump has criticized El-Sayed…The Straits Times
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