Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, will become first Muslim senator
Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Senate race, becoming the first Muslim US senator, with endorsements from top progressives like Bernie Sanders.
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Muslim Senator to Black female governor, historic firsts for minorities in US midterms
The sweeping midterm rebuke of Trump also saw a number of state-level electoral firsts, including the first Latina governor in Texas
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Jennifer Lawrence brings back 'Hunger Games' salute to encourage US voters
The actress shared a photo of herself making the famous three-finger salute on Instagram, alongside a quote from the 2014 film and a reminder to vote
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Will Democrat's takeover of US Congress help end Iran war, release Epstein files?
Democrats will not have a free hand. Trump retains his veto, while Senate rules allow Republicans to obstruct most legislation.