Event Brief
El-Sayed refuses to apologize for “ogre on a pike”
Filed: Jul 28, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: Abdul El-Sayed declined to apologize for a sexist “ogre on a pike” remark during a Michigan Senate debate.
WHO: Abdul El-Sayed
WHAT: El-Sayed refused to apologize for the “ogre on a pike” remark and clarified it was not directed at Haley Stevens.
WHEN: Jul 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET
WHERE: Michigan
WHY: The remark drew backlash from fellow Democrats, prompting El-Sayed to address it during the debate.
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