Rep. Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) has emerged as one of the most outspoken voices in Michigan’s Legislature criticizing the United States’ involvement in the escalating conflict with Iran, raising concerns in recent days through a press conference, social media posts and television appearance.

Rep. Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) was named MIRS' Minority Lawmaker of the Year on the MIRS Monday podcast. The second-term legislator was recognized as a liaison between Republicans and Democrats on subjects like public safety, economic development and road funding.