Fox News • April 21, 2026 20:32

‘Martyrs’: Michigan Dems nominate Hezbollah-praising candidate after ousting Jewish regent

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Amir Makled, who reportedly shared posts praising Hezbollah leaders as 'martyrs,' won Michigan Democrats' nomination for University of Michigan regent.

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