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By the Patriot Watch Desk
Published August 6, 2026 at 3:59 PM ET · Updated August 6, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET

Axelrod says a Hong loss in Wisconsin would boost El-Sayed

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What we know

David Axelrod said that Francesca Hong losing a Wisconsin bid would be good for Abdul el-Sayed. Axelrod described el-Sayed as a serious person.

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 21 min ago, when Washington Examiner reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 21 min ago from Washington Examiner.

Conservative & independent coverage (1)

Washington Examiner 21 min ago
David Axelrod says Francesca Hong losing Wisconsin bid would be good for ‘serious person’ Abdul el Sayed

Wire & mainstream coverage (1)

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The Axe Files with David Axelrod
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