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WATCH: Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed’s grandparents react to historic win in Michigan

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Jan and Judy Johnson, the grandparents of Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, appeared on ABC News Live to discuss the significance of their grandson's recent election win in Michigan. They reflected on their own blended interfaith family and shared how cultural traditions have brought them together over the years. The interview focused on the historical nature of El-Sayed’s victory from a personal and familial perspective.
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On November 6, 2026, Abdul El-Sayed won a historic victory to become the first Muslim American elected as a U.S. senator from Michigan. His grandparents, Jan and Judy Johnson, appeared on ABC News Live to discuss their pride in his achievement. The Johnsons highlighted how Abdul had always been respectful and self-disciplined despite being "a challenge" when he was younger. They noted that Abdul lived with them while attending the University of Michigan for college, emphasizing the deep family bonds that have supported him throughout his life.

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Jan and Judy Johnson, grandparents of Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed, join ABC News Live to reflect on his Senate victory, their blended interfaith family and the traditions that bring them together.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-08
2026-11-08 · ABC News (US)
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Jan and Judy Johnson, grandparents of Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed, join ABC News Live to reflect on his Senate victory, their blended interfaith family and the traditions that bring them together. asserted
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