Abdul El-Sayed defeats Aipac-backed rival in Michigan Democratic Senate primary, NBC reports

Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Aipac-backed rival Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, according to NBC News. The race, one of the most expensive and closely watched in US history, saw more than $60 million spent, much of it by outside groups opposing El-Sayed. El-Sayed, a progressive advocate, secured 48.7% of the votes compared to Stevens' 47.3%.

The victory is seen as a setback for Aipac and other pro-Israel lobbying groups. El-Sayed, who has been vocal in his criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza, will face former Republican congressman Mike Rogers in the November election.

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