Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary shaped by party divisions, gender and faith

A local primary election has drawn to a close, with Abdul El-Sayed emerging as the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Michigan. El-Sayed, who has a background in public health, was supported by Sen. Bernie Sanders. The primary was a closely contested race, garnering attention from across the country. El-Sayed defeated Rep. Haley Stevens to secure the nomination. Further details about the primary election and El-Sayed's campaign are available from local news sources, including The 19th, which has been following the story.