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Democratic Frontrunner in Michigan Senate Primary Faces Complaint Over ‘Doctor’ Moniker

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed has never been licensed as a physician.

James David Dickson
Jun 08, 2026
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Abdul El-Sayed keeps calling himself a doctor. Photo: Abdul for U.S. Senate

Abdul El-Sayed is not a physician, but he plays one on the campaign trail. The Democratic contender for Michigan’s open U.S.…

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