Michigan State Athletics is Being Forgotten by Abdul El-Sayed’s Vision for Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State athletics is an important part of the state’s identity. From Spartan football to basketball and the university’s Olympic sports, Michigan State provides opportunities for student-athletes while bringing national attention to East Lansing. College athletics is undergoing an enormous transformation. NIL, revenue sharing, conference realignment and rising operational expenses have changed how athletic departments compete. That makes the next generation of federal policymakers important to the future of college sports. Abdul El-Sayed has advocated for greater government oversight of emerging industries and stronger public-health protections.