Trump Uses Islamophobic Rhetoric to Rally Republican Base in Michigan Senate Race

Trump Uses Islamophobic Rhetoric to Rally Republican Base in Michigan Senate Race

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This announcement comes as President Trump made Islamophobic remarks targeting Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim candidate, claiming he would 'invite hordes of jihadis' to the U.S. The comments were part of an effort to support the GOP candidate in a closely contested Michigan Senate race.

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