DETROIT — Dr. Abdul El-Sayed was projected Wednesday to defeat Rep. Haley Stevens in a nail-biting Michigan Democratic Senate primary, giving progressives their most significant victory yet in this midterm election cycle. 10 Abdul El-Sayed speaks during a primary election night event on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at the Majestic Theatre in Detroit. 10 Attendees listen as Abdul El-Sayed speaks during the primary election night event on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. 10 Supporters cheer while watching results come in at an election night watch party for Abdul El-Sayed. USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect10 Abdul El-Sayed enjoyed the full backing of the “Squad.”