Fact Check: Did Abdul El-Sayed refuse to disavow the Muslim Brotherhood?

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Claimant: Mike Rogers (R)


Claim: Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed “didn’t disavow” the Muslim Brotherhood.


Rating: FALSE


Explanation: When directly asked whether he would disavow the Muslim Brotherhood, El-Sayed responded, “Sure, yeah, absolutely.” He then criticized the implication that his Muslim faith suggested divided loyalties and separately reiterated that he had no ties to the organization.


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Date: 10/21/2026


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Last Updated on October 21, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check