Jamaica man charged with hate crime assault for attacking Muslim woman on E train
QUEENS, N.Y. — A 34-year-old man from Jamaica has been charged with assault as a hate crime after allegedly attacking a Muslim woman aboard a … Read more
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Gov. Murphy demands investigation after Muslim NJ teen shot and killed while allegedly attacking civilians
SADDLE BROOK, NJ — A 14-year-old New Jersey native was killed Sunday during an Israeli military operation in the West Bank, prompting a call for … Read more
Muslim Rights Group Urges Gov. Murphy to Pass Immigrant Trust Act to Counter Trump Deportations
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) is calling on Governor Phil Murphy to urgently pass the Immigrant … Read more
McDonald’s Workers Intentionally Put Bacon on Muslim Child’s Filet-O-Fish
CHICOPEE, Mass. — A Massachusetts state agency has ruled that there is probable cause to believe a McDonald’s restaurant in Chicopee discriminated against a Muslim … Read more
New Jersey Woman Becomes America’s First Muslim Army General
Newark, NJ – Brig. Gen. Cindy M. Saladin-Muhammad has made history as the first Muslim woman to achieve the rank of general in the United … Read more
New Jersey Man Facing Federal Hate Crime Charge for Attack on Rutgers Muslim Center
NEWARK, N.J. – A Somerset County man pleaded guilty to committing a federal hate crime by vandalizing a religious center at Rutgers University during the … Read more
NYPD Investigating Hate Motivated Attack on Muslim Man Inside Subway Station
NEW YORK, NY — The NYPD is calling for public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a hate crime assault that occurred in Midtown … Read more
NYC Man Arrested for Harassment and Hate Crime Against Young Muslim Girl
NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department has announced the arrest of Robert Pierpont, a 40-year-old resident of East 51st Street, Manhattan. … Read more
Maryland Muslim Group Calls for Action Against Censorship of Pro-Hamas College Protests
BALTIMORE, MD – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) in Maryland has teamed up with the ACLU of Maryland and other organizations to press the … Read more
Jewish Student Group Cut from New Jersey High School Yearbook Replaced With Muslim Group
Investigation Launched into Yearbook Erasure of Jewish Student Group in EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ An independent investigation has been initiated by East Brunswick Public Schools into … Read more
Muslim Group Reacts After DMV Worker Allegedly Refuses to Validate Palestinian License
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has formally requested that the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) investigate an incident at … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Rights Group Celebrates University Students Starving Themselves for 12 Days
NEWARK, NJ — The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) has issued a call for the Princeton University administration to engage … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Group Applauds Arrest in Teaneck After Threats at Pro-Palestinian Event
NEWARK, NJ — The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) has expressed relief and approval following the arrest of a man … Read more
Muslim Group Condemns New Jersey High School for Canceling Anti-Israel Protest
NEWARK, NJ—The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) has publicly condemned the decision by Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees to … Read more
Man Arrested for Taking Photo Under Muslim Woman’s Clothing, Exposing Himself
Man Arrested in Westchester for Illegally Photographing Under Muslim Woman’s Garment A 23-year-old man is facing serious charges in Westchester after allegedly taking a photo … Read more
USC scraps outside speakers at commencement after canceling Muslim student’s speech
By Kanishka Singh (Reuters) – The University of Southern California announced there will be no outside speakers and honorees at this year’s main commencement ceremony … Read more
New York City to Pay Millions to Muslim Women Forced to Remove Hijabs for Criminal Mugshots
New York City will pay out $17.5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by two Muslim women who claim their religious rights were violated when … Read more
Muslim Group Calls for Governor Murphy to Send Aid to Gaza, Met with Caution
TRENTON, NJ — Pro-Palestinian groups are calling for New Jersey Governor Phi Murphy to send aid to Gaza in light of the Israeli military response … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Group Seeks to Ban Politicians Who Support Israel Response to Terror Attacks
NEWARK, NJ – The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), announced the release of a civic engagement guide for mosques, emphasizing … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Rights Group Calls for Protesto of Alleged Sale of ‘Stolen Land’
NEWARK, NJ — The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) and the New Jersey chapter of American Muslims for Palestine (AMP-NJ) … Read more
Exclusive-India Hindu group puts allies in Muslim universities in outreach for votes
By Krishna N. Das and Saurabh Sharma ALIGARH, India (Reuters) – A Hindu group closely linked to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is installing Muslims … Read more
Biden aides to meet with Arab, Muslim leaders in Michigan on Gaza
By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Senior U.S. officials will visit the 2024 election battleground state of Michigan on Thursday to meet with Arab-American and … Read more
Somerset County Commissioners Honor National Muslim Heritage Month
Somerset County, NJ – In a meaningful recognition of diversity and cultural contributions, the Somerset County Board of Commissioners celebrated National Muslim Heritage Month this … Read more
France to end contract with biggest Muslim high school amid fears of wider crackdown
By Juliette Jabkhiro PARIS (Reuters) – France is to end funding for its biggest Muslim high school on the grounds of administrative failures and questionable … Read more
NYC Woman Arrested for Throwing Hot Coffee, Phone at Muslim Man
BROOKLYN, NY – The New York City Police Department has reported the arrest of a woman in connection with a hate crime assault that occurred … Read more
EU faces growing Muslim animosity over Gaza war stance – Borrell
By Andrew Gray BRUSSELS (Reuters) – The European Union faces growing animosity across the Muslim world and beyond due to accusations of pro-Israel bias and … Read more
In Beijing, Arab and Muslim ministers urge end to Gaza war
By Yew Lun Tian and Laurie Chen BEIJING (Reuters) – Arab and Muslim ministers called on Monday for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, as their … Read more
President Biden Nominates First Muslim American to New Jersey Federal Court of Appeals
NEWARK, NJ — President Biden nominated Adeel Mangi for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Governor Murphy praised the decision, highlighting Mangi’s … Read more
Muslim Man Attacked with Hot Coffee Inside NYC Park
BROOKLYN, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a hate crime assault. … Read more
India’s Hindu nationalist BJP seeks Muslim ‘friends’ for 2024 election
By YP Rajesh NEW DELHI (Reuters) – Nafis Ansari, a school principal who is Muslim, was enlisted this year by the ruling Hindu nationalist Bharatiya … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Rights Group Condemns Congressman’s ‘They’re all Guilty’ Comment
TRENTON, NJ – A recent closed-door caucus meeting witnessed New Jersey Representative Josh Gottheimer’s alleged insensitive remarks about Israel’s war on Gaza, sparking condemnation from … Read more
NJ Muslim Group to Elected Officials: Our Support for Palestine is Unwavering
The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), along with the Palestinian American Community Center and American Muslims for Palestine, has released … Read more
Muslim Org That Advised White House Gives Students, K-12 Parents Script To Denounce ‘One-Sided’ Support Of Israel
Muslim Org That Advised White House Gives Students, K-12 Parents Script To Denounce ‘One-Sided’ Support Of Israel Kate Anderson on October 12, 2023 The Council … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Rights Group Urges Local Protests After Attack on Israel
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) criticized New Jersey elected officials for their apparent indifference to the … Read more
New Jersey Muslim Mayor Suing White House Because they Think He’s a Terrorist
WASHINGTON, DC – USA Today reports that a Muslim mayor in New Jersey is moving to sue the White House after he was banned after … Read more
France to ban Muslim abaya dress in state schools
PARIS (Reuters) – France will ban children from wearing the abaya, the loose-fitting, full-length robes worn by some Muslim women, in state-run schools, its education … Read more
Judge Rules Muslim, Christian Parents Can’t Opt Out Of Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexuality
Judge Rules Muslim, Christian Parents Can’t Opt Out Of Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexuality Reagan Reese on August 24, 2023 A Maryland district court ruled … Read more
Mesa Air can be sued by Muslim men who alleged racial profiling
By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) – A federal appeals court revived a lawsuit accusing Mesa Air Group of racially profiling two Muslim men from Texas when … Read more
‘Burden On Our Beliefs’: Muslim, Christian Parents Rally For Right To Opt-Out From LGBT Lessons
‘Burden On Our Beliefs’: Muslim, Christian Parents Rally For Right To Opt-Out From LGBT Lessons Reagan Reese on August 9, 2023 Carrying signs reading “let … Read more
‘Look In The Mirror’: ‘The Five’ Rips Trudeau For Waving Off Muslim Parents’ Concerns Over LGBT Ideology In Schools
‘Look In The Mirror’: ‘The Five’ Rips Trudeau For Waving Off Muslim Parents’ Concerns Over LGBT Ideology In Schools Harold Hutchison on July 18, 2023 … Read more
Muslim grouping OIC says measures needed to prevent Koran desecration
CAIRO (Reuters) -An Islamic grouping of 57 states said on Sunday collective measures are needed to prevent acts of desecration to the Koran and international … Read more
U.S. Senate confirms Nusrat Choudhury as first Muslim female federal judge
By Jacqueline Thomsen (Reuters) -The U.S. Senate on Thursday narrowly confirmed civil rights lawyer Nusrat Choudhury to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District … Read more
Muslim, Christian Parents Unite To Protest LGBTQ Curriculum At Their Kids’ Schools
Muslim, Christian Parents Unite To Protest LGBTQ Curriculum At Their Kids’ Schools Brandon Poulter on June 7, 2023 Muslim and Christian parents gathered outside the … Read more
Pennacchio Bill to Establish Muslim Heritage Month Signed into Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Joe Pennacchio that would designate January of each year as Muslim Heritage Month was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.
Muslim woman files lawsuit against Six Flags Great Adventure over alleged hijab incident
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – According to the lawsuit, a mother and her daughter were denied service, removed from the park, and their membership terminated due … Read more
Pennacchio Bill to Establish Muslim Heritage Month in NJ Advances
January of each year would be designated as Muslim Heritage Month under legislation sponsored by Sen. Joe Pennacchio and advanced today by the New Jersey Senate.
New York City Muslim cleric convicted for aiding ISIS
Lorenzo Prieto on January 27, 2023 According to the Manhattan District Attorney’s office, radical Islamic cleric Shaikh Abdullah Faisal was convicted Thursday on several counts … Read more
‘Keep Your Dirty Books In The Closet’: School Removes Multiple Books Following Muslim Community Complaints
‘Keep Your Dirty Books In The Closet’: School Removes Multiple Books Following Muslim Community Complaints Reagan Reese on November 15, 2022 A Michigan school district … Read more
Muslim arrested for attack threats against Synagogues in New Jersey
SAYREVILLE, NJ – A Muslim man from Sayreville has been arrested after causing widespread fear and panc by making credible threats against Jewish Synagogues last … Read more
‘That’s Where We Align’: The Muslim Community’s Vote Is Beginning To Shift To The Right. Here’s Why
‘That’s Where We Align’: The Muslim Community’s Vote Is Beginning To Shift To The Right. Here’s Why Reagan Reese on November 7, 2022 A growing … Read more