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 answers from Governor Phil Murphy, who confirmed…
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 States military. Saladin-Muhammad, a native of Newark,…
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 Eid-al-Fitr holiday, federal authorities announced Wednesday. Jacob…
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 Manhattan. The incident took place on Monday…
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. Pierpont was apprehended on Monday, June 17,…
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 Howard County Human Rights Commission for updates…
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 the removal of a Jewish student group…
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 its Beltsville branch where an employee reportedly…
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 with students regarding their demands. This appeal…
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 involved in a threatening incident at a…
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 cancel a student walkout intended to express…
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 under a Muslim woman’s clothing and exposing…
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 they were instructed to remove their hijabs…
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 to a deadly terrorist attack that killed…
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 the importance of welcoming only public officials…
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) have voiced strong opposition to a forthcoming…
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 January. This annual event is dedicated to…
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 earlier this month in Brooklyn. Hadasa Bozakkaravani,…
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 litigation experience and his potential as the…
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. The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of…
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 the New Jersey chapter of the Council…