PoliticsPhoto: HT WorldIlhan Omar Celebrates Abdul El-Sayed's Senate Win, 8 Muslims Now in Congress
Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar praised Abdul El-Sayed's victory in the 2026 midterm elections, making him the first Muslim US senator and increasing Muslim representation in Congress to eight members. El-Sayed won in Michigan, defeating Republican Mike Rogers. Omar expressed gratitude for breaking barriers and noted this milestone for Muslim American political representation.
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