El-Sayed Hates American Traditions
Larry Elder > Video
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
An exclusive CNN K-File investigation delves into Michigan's Democratic Senate nominee, Abdul El Saed. The investigation uncovered over 100 videos on his YouTube channel that were made private before his Senate campaign. CNN reviewed archived transcripts, revealing controversial topics such as replacing the Second Amendment's right to bear arms with a constitutional right to health care, dismissing concerns about the southern border, and questioning the ethics of football. El Saed cited reasons like air pollution and PTSD among veterans for discouraging Fourth of July fireworks. His campaign asserts these videos do not reflect his current beliefs. While some videos were deleted, a February 2023 podcast episode on football ethics remains online. This investigation highlights El Saed's past commentary and the selective deletion of content, raising questions about his stance on various American traditions and institutions.