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Michigan AG won't attend state Democratic convention

Aug 5, 2026 · 41m

Summary

Abdul El-Sayed joins Morning Joe as the likely Democratic nominee in Michigan’s Senate primary, discussing his progressive platform on Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, and cutting unconditional aid to Israel. The panel analyzes his path to victory against Republican Mike Rogers, emphasizing economic affordability and the need to unify Jewish and Black voters. The show also covers President Trump’s self-assessment of the economy and Michigan Attorney General Dan Nessel’s refusal to attend the state convention due to anti-Semitism concerns. Finally, director Alyssa Namias and Girl Scout Oliv…

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Sponsors and Michigan Senate race update Interview with El-Sayed on campaign and healthcare El-Sayed on foreign aid and Israel policy El-Sayed on party unity and general election Trump's economic claims and panel analysis Panel discussion on affordability and progressives Girl Scout cookie documentary interview MS Now event promo and news headlines
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