The upcoming US midterm elections on November 3rd are seeing the relationship between Washington and Israel become a significant point of contention within both the Democratic and Republican parties. This division is particularly evident in the Senate race in Michigan. Candidate Abdul El-Sayed, representing the left wing of the Democratic party, has the potential to become the first Muslim senator in the United States. The election highlights how views on Israel are shaping political discourse and potentially electoral outcomes across the US. This race in Michigan exemplifies a broader trend of increased scrutiny regarding US foreign policy towards Israel. The outcome could signal a shift in the dynamics of US-Israel relations depending on the results. The increased importance of this issue during the midterms demonstrates a growing awareness and debate surrounding the topic.