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@BillMelugin_ breaks down the unfolding political fallout as left-wing commentator Hasan Piker dominates headlines with controversial remarks, including claiming the Middle East would be more stable if Iran had a nuclear weapon, and naming Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as his early 2028 pick.
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces renewed questioning over past campaign ties to Piker. While El-Sayed attempts to distance himself and halt campus tours, he plans to campaign with former Vice President Kamala Harris next week, drawing sharp criticism from Republican opponent Mike Rogers.