Republicans Weaponize El-Sayed | Irvine News

Republicans are turning Abdul El-Sayed into a political lightning rod at their convention, weaponizing his Muslim faith, progressive policies, and ties to a controversial streamer to paint Democrats as extreme — even hurling baseless claims he’s funded by terrorist groups. Yet, despite the firestorm, El-Sayed is rallying Michigan voters, especially young ones, with grassroots energy and a focus on local issues like trade wars and foreign policy. He’s distancing himself from past comments made by a Twitch campaign ally, insisting only he and his official spokespeople speak for his message. Meanwhile, crowds flock to his events, seeing him as a beacon for progressive momentum — and he’s countering attacks with personal stories, including a touching ad featuring his grandparents. As GOP tactics intensify, El-Sayed navigates internal Democratic fractures while quietly building a movement rooted in Michigan, proving that even under fire, his campaign is gaining ground.

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