Acker Ousts in Michigan Regent Race Amid Pro-Palestinian Tensions
Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalized Acker's home and car in 2024 over his opposition to university divestment from Israel.
Makled faced scrutiny for past posts praising Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and sharing antisemitic content.
Service Employees International Union withdrew support for Makled after his social media controversies.
Incumbent regent Paul Brown was renominated, signaling a shift in Democratic party dynamics.
Jewish Democrats viewed Acker's ouster as symbolic due to Brown's similar opposition to divestment.
Makled and Brown will face Republicans Lena Epstein and Michael Schostak in November elections.
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