# Republicans Weaponize El-Sayed | Irvine News

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Podcast: [Irvine News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/irvine-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7571856)
Published: 2026-09-12T07:30:30+00:00
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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. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6fc4b68d2b4798d8 Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Irvine News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews

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