Michigan Democratic Senate primary results: Abdul El-Sayed projected to win after tight race against Haley Stevens

Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed is set to win Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, narrowly beating moderate Representative Haley Stevens in a highly contested race. With over 95% of ballots counted early Wednesday, El-Sayed leads Stevens by a slim margin of 48.6% to 47.3%, though the Associated Press has not officially declared the race.

The close contest was fueled by their contrasting ideologies, with El-Sayed representing progressive values and Stevens appealing to moderate Democrats. Outside spending heavily backed Stevens, while El-Sayed's campaign was supported by influential figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The primary is crucial as it determines the Democratic nominee for the seat vacated by Gary Peters, which is pivotal for Democrats to reclaim a Senate seat in a battleground state.

The candidates' differing stances on U.S. military aid to Israel created a significant divide, with El-Sayed advocating for an end to unconditional aid and Stevens defending continued support. El-Sayed called for party unity ahead of the general election, while Stevens urged Democrats to stay energized and prepare for a tough battle against Republican Mike Rogers, who secured his party's nomination unopposed.

Rogers, a former Congressman and supporter of President Trump, is seen as a formidable opponent in the November election.