El-Sayed mocks Trump’s name blunder with cheeky quip

Abdul El-Sayed takes a jab at Trump’s mispronunciation in a campaign event.

Told by Jake Donovan · 27 August 2026

At a recent campaign event, Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for a US Senate seat in Michigan, seized the opportunity to roast Donald Trump over his bizarre mispronunciation of his name. With a playful tone, El-Sayed exclaimed, "Habibi, if you can’t say the name, don’t say the name," clearly relishing the moment.

He didn’t stop there; El-Sayed imitated Trump’s awkward pronunciation, drawing laughs from the audience by stating, "Abdul, Abull, do not say it like that. It is creepy. Holds the 'l' a little too long." This jab not only showcased his quick wit but also pointed to a broader pattern in Trump's political rhetoric, where he often mispronounces the names of his political opponents as a form of mockery.

El-Sayed cheekily added, "Natalie is going to show him this clip, and he’s going to be so mad," referencing White House aide Natalie Harp, who has been dubbed Trump’s “Human Printer” for her role in producing positive coverage of the former president. The incident adds another layer to the ongoing political theatre as El-Sayed positions himself in a race that is likely to see more such exchanges as candidates ramp up their campaigns.