@ismailfadili57gmail.com: America Just Made History As First Muslim Senator Takes Office Trump insisted Abdul could never become a senator because he does not support Israel and no Muslim had ever won the seat. Voters in Michigan delivered a different verdict. Abdul El-Sayed won the race after campaigning on a clear message: put American taxpayers first. He has repeatedly stated that unconditional military aid to foreign governments should end so the money can stay home for healthcare, schools, and infrastructure. In his victory remarks he reaffirmed his love for the country that educated him and gave him opportunity, while rejecting the idea that criticizing policy equals hatred. The result marks a milestone in American politics and shows how foreign-policy debates are now playing out in domestic races.