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El-Sayed Faces Backlash for Inviting Controversial Streamer Piker

4/6/2026

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Abdul El-Sayed invited controversial livestreamer Hasan Piker to campaign events this week, drawing backlash.
Abdul El-Sayed is backed by U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, aiming to connect with voters.
Rep. Haley Stevens and State Sen. Mallory McMorrow criticize Piker's past remarks as harmful.
The Democratic primary remains tight, with candidates polling under 30%, and the winner will likely face former Rep. Mike Rogers.

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Story summary

Abdul El-Sayed invited controversial livestreamer Hasan Piker to campaign events this week, drawing backlash.
Abdul El-Sayed is backed by U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, aiming to connect with voters.
Rep. Haley Stevens and State Sen. Mallory McMorrow criticize Piker's past remarks as harmful.
The Democratic primary remains tight, with candidates polling under 30%, and the winner will likely face former Rep. Mike Rogers.