"It worked". Triumph of the Democrats in Michigan, the first such senator in history

Abdul El-Sayed has won the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, becoming the first Muslim senator in American history. He defeated Republican Mike Rogers, marking a significant victory for the Democratic Party in a state where Republicans have not won a Senate seat since 1994. El-Sayed, a 42-year-old epidemiologist and son of Egyptian immigrants, campaigned on promises of universal healthcare and addressing economic issues. His victory was supported by prominent figures like Bernie Sanders. Rogers, who previously lost a Senate race in 2024, had the backing of Donald Trump but could not overcome the Democratic stronghold in Michigan.