Trump Slams Michigan Democratic Candidate El-Sayed as ‘Jihadist Lunatic’ in Social Media Rant

Trump calls Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed a 'jihadist lunatic' on Truth Social, sparking backlash and response from the Democrat.

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October 9, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has once again targeted Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, labeling him a “Jihadist lunatic who hates our Country” in a social media post.

The president, who previously misnamed El-Sayed as “Mohammad” or Mohammed, praised his Republican opponent Mike Rogers during a televised debate, claiming he “completely obliterated” the Democrat. Trump accused El-Sayed of disliking the U.S., Black residents of Detroit, and wanting to see the nation fail.

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El-Sayed responded by highlighting that Trump consistently mispronounces his name and avoids addressing the real issues facing voters, such as rising costs at the pump, grocery stores, and doctors’ offices. He also criticized Trump’s defense secretary for planning to livestream the execution of a Fort Hood shooter, calling it an extreme move.

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