Won Hawajir tribal primary in 2006 (al-Qabas 31 May 2006).

The Awazim (represented by Sa'd al-Shari) formed an electoral alliance with the Hawajir (represented by Falah al-Therwa) in 2006.

Was mentioned as a member of the Islamist bloc immediately following the 2006 election, but not after he joined the government.