Hasan Piker needs to say only one thing to get out of his antisemitism controversy

Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, has emphasized the importance of Democrats working together ahead of the 2026 midterm election. The former Wayne County health director, currently contesting against Republican Mike Rogers, recently spoke to CBS News Detroit about his stance. El-Sayed has been vocal in challenging Rogers, stating that the disparity between them is stark. He has extended an invitation for another debate, which is set to occur in October.

El-Sayed's comments gained attention after left-wing streamer Hasan Piker, who campaigned with El-Sayed during the Democratic primary, made statements regarding Israel and Jewish Americans. Piker also criticized state Senator Jeremy Moss, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's 11th Congressional District race, who has not endorsed El-Sayed. Some Democrats expressed disapproval of Piker's remarks. In response, El-Sayed asserted that he is the sole representative of his campaign and dismissed any lecturing by Piker.

When questioned by CBS News Detroit about future campaign events with Piker, El-Sayed confirmed that there are no plans for joint appearances. El-Sayed also disclosed that he has had contact with Moss. Piker's backing of El-Sayed has even caught the eye of Democratic Rep. Hilary Scholten, who has not endorsed El-Sayed yet and still has inquiries about his candidacy.

While Scholten opposes Piker, she has not directly criticized El-Sayed. Instead, she emphasized that her decision about El-Sayed is her own, stating that her disagreements with him are not more significant than their shared concerns about President Donald Trump. El-Sayed concluded by stating that it is now crucial for Democrats to unite and collaborate.