Dr Abdul El-Sayed: the education and career of America's first Muslim senator-elect

Dr Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's US Senate election held on November 3, 2026, becoming the first Muslim member of the US Senate.

He takes office on January 3, 2027, in the seat of retiring Senator Gary Peters.

Education: he holds a bachelor's degree (B.S.) in biology and political science from the University of Michigan, a doctorate (PhD) in public health from Oxford University, and a medical degree (M.D.) from Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.

Career: he is a physician, epidemiologist and public health leader; he is now the senator-elect for Michigan in the US Senate.