Global Politics Report Editorial

El-Sayed Clashes With Former Primary Rival Who Demanded His Apology

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Representative Haley Stevens traded sharply critical comments Friday, escalating intraparty tensions in Michigan’s pivotal Senate race.

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Source: The New York Times

Politics desk: Election

Published: Oct. 31, 2026 at 12:15 AM ET

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Original source: The New York Times

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