Progressive Abraham Aiyash makes his return to politics official with Michigan Senate bid

By: Ben Solis

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 400

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Abraham Aiyash, a former majority floor leader in the Michigan House of Representatives, said Monday that he would seek the Democratic nomination for the state’s Senate in a newly redrawn district that came about during the last redistricting cycle.

Aiyash, of Hamtramck, is running to serve in the Legislature’s upper chamber representing the 1st Senate District. He announced his bid on Monday. The seat is currently represented by state Sen. Erika Geiss (D-Taylor), and …

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