Abed was a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives, serving during the 2013–2014 session.
In 2006, Abed served as a commissioner of Eaton County, Michigan, until 2010.
[2][1] On November 6, 2012, Abed won the election and became a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 71.
Abed defeated Deb Shaughnessy with 53.43% of the votes.
[3][1] Abed lost her bid for re-election in 2014 to Republican Tom Barrett.