Fact Check: Are Republicans spending money to help Abdul El-Sayed win the Democratic primary?

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Claimant: Haley Stevens (D)


Claim: Republicans are spending money to prop up Abdul El-Sayed because they think he would be easier for Mike Rogers to beat.


Rating: MOSTLY TRUE


Explanation: The National Republican Senatorial Committee released an advertisement during the Democratic primary highlighting El-Sayed’s left-leaning positions. An election analyst said the timing suggested Republicans preferred El-Sayed as Rogers’ opponent, although the precise amount spent was unclear.


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Date: 07/14/2026


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Last Updated on July 14, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check