Hasan Piker: El-Sayed Asked Me to Campaign for Him

Hasan Piker said Abdul El-Sayed personally invited him to campaign for his U.S. Senate run in Michigan, responding to intense political backlash over the Twitch streamer’s involvement. Piker, a popular progressive commentator with millions of online followers, made the claim during a recent broadcast. He stated that El-Sayed, a former Michigan health director, reached out to him directly to “stump” for the campaign. The clarification comes after Piker faced sharp criticism from political opponents and some moderates who questioned his influence and rhetoric. Critics argued that his presence could hurt El-Sayed’s chances in a competitive primary. Piker did not provide specific dates or details of the request. He maintained that his role was limited to public support and that he never sought an official position within the campaign. El-Sayed’s team has not yet issued a public response to Piker’s statement. The Senate race remains crowded, with several candidates vying for the Democratic nomination.