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07/28/2026

July 26 Episode.
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The $30 Million Question: Who's Really Choosing Michigan's Next Senator? | The Lightning Strike.

This episode kicks off with host Mohamed Faheem's monologue on the Michigan Senate Democratic primary, where Congresswoman Haley Stevens is facing off against Dr. Abdul El Sayed. Faheem digs into the nearly $30 million in outside spending from AIPAC-aligned groups backing Stevens, and asks a question that goes way beyond party lines, when tens of millions of dollars flood into one primary, are voters still deciding the outcome, or is it whoever has the deepest pockets? He also looks at what makes Michigan such a unique battleground, with large Arab American, Muslim, and Jewish communities all watching this race closely, and what it might mean for the future of election spending across the country.

Faheem is joined by guest host Ray Hanania, along with regular co-hosts Marie Newman, Mike Patino, Chris Hilbert and Maaria Mozaffar.

In the second hour, Congresswoman Marie Newman sits down for an interview with Dr. Abdul El Sayed, followed by attorney Maaria Mozaffar's segment "Breaking the Echo Chamber," focused on why civic engagement matters now more than ever.

*In this episode:*

The Michigan Senate Democratic primary, Haley Stevens vs. Abdul El Sayed
AIPAC aligned outside spending and its impact on elections
Special guest host Ray Hanania
Interview with Dr. Abdul El Sayed, conducted by Rep. Marie Newman
"Breaking the Echo Chamber" with attorney Maaria Mozaffar

The $30 Million Question: Who's Really Choosing Michigan's Next Sen...

07/06/2026

July 5th episode.

This week on The Lightning Strike on WCPT 820 AM, host Mohammed Faheem reflects on America's 250th birthday, examining the nation's democratic foundations and the vital role citizens play in protecting and strengthening democracy through civic engagement and political participation.

This episode features another edition of District Watch with Mahnoor Ahmad, Public Health Director, former congressional and DuPage County Board candidate. Mahnoor discusses her grassroots campaign against Congressman Sean Casten, her focus on healthcare, working families, and progressive values, and the challenges she faced from the local Democratic political establishment during her campaign.

Former Congresswoman Marie Newman welcomes Chicago Alderwoman Leni Manaa Hoppenworth, who shares the initiatives she is leading in the Chicago City Council and discusses the issues shaping the future of Chicago neighborhoods.

Our Person of the Week is TeeJay Mercer, who highlights the inspiring work of her nonprofit initiative, Move In Day Mafia, and explains how the organization is helping people transition into stable housing through community support and volunteer action.

We also invite you to join us for The Lightning Strike Fundraising Dinner on Tuesday, July 29, at the Bolingbrook Community Center. Guests will enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Al Bawadi Grill, live music by Bill Shepherd, and an evening emceed by Ray Hanania. Every dollar raised helps keep The Lightning Strike independent, commercial free, and committed to bringing thoughtful conversations and progressive voices to the airwaves.

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06/27/2026

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