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Michigan Dem Candidate Endorses Pastor Who Praised Notorious Antisemite 'Termites
Detroit pastor and radio host Horace Sheffield III has endorsed Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed despite praising notorious antisemite Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan.
Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Democratic Senate candidate, is promoting an endorsement from Pastor Horace Sheffield III, who has previously praised a notorious antisemite known for his derogatory comments against Jews. The pastor's past statements have been widely criticized as hate speech. El-Sayed's campaign is facing backlash over its association with the divisive figure. The controversy surrounding the endorsement is likely to further polarize the election in Michigan.
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