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Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed acknowledges sister-in-law's involvement in terror watchlist lawsuit

Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, confirmed that his sister-in-law was involved in a lawsuit regarding her placement on the federal terrorist watchlist. This acknowledgment comes shortly before a campaign appearance with former President Obama. El-Sayed defended his sister-in-law's actions and criticized his Republican opponent. The FBI maintains a policy of not confirming individuals' watchlist status.

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Abdul El-Sayed, a candidate for the Michigan Senate, confirmed that his sister-in-law, Mariam Jukaku, was involved in a lawsuit regarding her alleged placement on the federal terrorist watchlist. This acknowledgment occurred just before a campaign event with former President Obama. El-Sayed defended Jukaku, stating she did nothing wrong, while also criticizing his Republican opponent, Mike Rogers. The FBI does not confirm or deny watchlist status for individuals.

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  • Abdul El-Sayed confirmed his sister-in-law's involvement in a terror watchlist lawsuit.
  • Mariam Jukaku was a plaintiff in a 2016 lawsuit challenging her watchlist status.
  • El-Sayed stated Jukaku committed no wrongdoing and criticized Mike Rogers.
  • The FBI does not confirm or deny watchlist status.
  • A federal appeals court overturned a ruling favoring the plaintiffs in 2021.
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Michigan Democrat confirms sister-in-law's terror watchlist lawsuit days before Obama campaign appearance

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Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed acknowledges sister-in-law's involvement in terror watchlist lawsuit