Trump accuses Abdul El-Sayed of Muslim Brotherhood ties, backs Mike Rogers
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- Donald Trump has repeatedly accused Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed of belonging to the Muslim Brotherhood while praising Republican rival Mike Rogers.
- El-Sayed has denied that he or his family has ties to the group, and fact-checkers have found no evidence establishing his membership.
US President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic candidate in Michigan’s US Senate race, alleging that he belongs to the Muslim Brotherhood and arguing that members of the group should not enter Congress.
“We don’t need the Muslim Brotherhood in as a senator,” Trump said, according to remarks circulated from his latest comments on the race.
“He is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood,” Trump added while praising Republican candidate Mike Rogers, saying, “You have in Mike Rogers such an amazing candidate.”
The allegations have become a prominent feature of the Senate contest ahead of the November midterm elections, with Republicans seeking to portray El-Sayed as an extremist.
El-Sayed rejected claims that he or his family has ties to the Muslim Brotherhood during an October 11 appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press.
Asked whether he or his family had connections to the group, El-Sayed answered, “No.” He also argued that his opponent was emphasizing his Muslim identity rather than focusing on issues affecting Michigan voters.
A September fact-check by Bridge Michigan found no evidence that El-Sayed had explicit ties to the Muslim Brotherhood or had pledged support to the organization, despite claims made by Rogers and his allies.
Rogers and other Republican figures have continued to raise questions about El-Sayed’s family background and alleged connections to organizations they associate with the Muslim Brotherhood.
Rogers’ campaign cited social media posts attributed to El-Sayed’s half-sister concerning family members who supported the group in Egypt. However, family associations do not by themselves establish that El-Sayed is a member of the organization.
The attacks come amid broader criticism of El-Sayed’s Muslim faith following his success in the Democratic primary. Republicans have also criticized his progressive policies and political associations.
El-Sayed, a physician and former director of the Detroit Health Department, is running against Rogers, a former Republican congressman and the Republican nominee.
The contest has drawn national attention as Democrats and Republicans compete for control of the Senate in the November midterm elections.
El-Sayed has emphasized healthcare, affordability, and campaign finance reform, while Republicans have focused on his political views and alleged associations.
The Muslim Brotherhood allegations remain disputed. Trump’s statements do not establish membership, and the available fact-checking evidence has not substantiated claims that El-Sayed has explicit ties to the group.
