Diverse Field of Arab and Muslim Candidates Joins U.S. Midterm Elections

Dozens of candidates of Arab and Muslim descent are participating in Tuesday's U.S. midterm elections across 23 states. The races include seats in Congress, state legislatures, and various local and judicial positions. Notably, Abdul El-Sayed is running for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, aiming to become the first Muslim elected to the chamber. Incumbents such as Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar are also seeking reelection. For many candidates, including New Jersey’s Adam Hamwi, the war in Gaza and U.S. policy toward Israel have become central campaign issues. While the candidates are spread across states such as Texas, Minnesota, and New York, they represent a broad spectrum of political affiliations, reflecting an increasing effort to secure greater Arab and Muslim representation in American governance.