Warren backs Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate primary

Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsed Democratic Senate candidate Abdul ElSayed in Michigan's primary race on Monday, July 20, 2026, praising his grassroots campaign and positioning him as a fighter against corporate influence. The endorsement intensifies a high-stakes primary battle between the party's progressive and moderate wings for a seat considered crucial to Democratic hopes of regaining Senate control.

In a video announcement, Warren highlighted ElSayed's background as a doctor and union member, his endorsement from the United Auto Workers, and his commitment to affordable healthcare. She framed the race as a choice between a candidate funded by small-dollar donors and one backed by special interests, stating that Michigan families deserve a senator who will fight for them, not for special interests running millions of dollars in TV ads to buy this seat. While not naming his opponent, Representative Haley Stevens, Warren's comments referenced reports that outside groups have spent roughly $50 million on ads supporting Stevens and criticizing ElSayed, with nearly $30 million coming from groups aligned with the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC).