local
AP Exclusive: Sen. Van Hollen backs El-Sayed for Michigan Senate in break from Democratic leadership
By Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen is backing progressive Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, breaking with party leadership and intensifying a battle over the party’s direction in one of the most important Senate races of 2026.Van Hollen’s endorsement, shared first with The Assoc...
Key takeaway Chris Van Hollen is backing progressive Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, breaking with party leadership and intensifying a battle over the party’s direction in one of the most important Senate races of 2026.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The endorsement of Abdul El-Sayed by Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen has significant implications for the Democratic Party's direction, and Alamo Heights residents should pay attention to how this plays out in the Michigan Senate primary. As a key battleground state, Michigan's Senate seat is crucial for Democrats to win the majority, and the party's internal divisions could have far-reaching consequences. The fact that Van Hollen, a senator from a different state, is backing El-Sayed over more moderate candidates, suggests that the progressive wing of the party is gaining momentum. This could have a ripple effect in Texas, where Democrats are also vying for control of key seats. Alamo Heights voters, who tend to be engaged and active in local politics, may see similar ideological battles play out in their own state and local elections, making the Michigan Senate primary a worth-watching precursor to the national landscape.
About this story
Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News . Alamo Heights News surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
Get more Alamo Heights News stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen is backing progressive Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, breaking with party leadership and intensifying a battle over the party’s direction in one of the most important Senate races of 2026.Van Hollen’s endorsement, shared first with The Assoc...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 25, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News and curated for Alamo Heights News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News. To learn more about how Alamo Heights News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from Alamo Heights News, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter