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Islamophobia
Hegseth Prays for “Overwhelming Violence” in Iran in the “Name of Jesus Christ”
The secretary of defense has previously said that the US is fighting Muslim “religious fanatics” in the Iran war.
Speaker Johnson Defends Ogles, Fine, Amid Calls to Condemn Islamophobic Rhetoric
Johnson also peddled anti-Muslim conspiracy theories to explain why he wouldn't criticize his colleagues.
Johnson: US Must Wage War With Iran Because of Its “Misguided Religion”
Johnson, Rubio, and Hegseth have made openly Islamophobic comments in remarks advocating for the war.
Lawmakers Call for Rep. Randy Fine’s Censure After Racist Anti-Muslim Tweet
The congressman from Florida is facing backlash after he said he would choose dogs over Muslims.
Will Mamdani’s Inauguration Open a New Chapter for New York City’s Muslims?
Muslim voters who backed Zohran Mamdani are now looking for him to follow through on his policy proposals.
Omar Slams DHS for Accusing Her of Lying About ICE Apprehending Her Son
“No surprise that an agency known for disappearing people also can’t keep its records straight,” Omar’s office said.
Republicans Call for Muslim Americans to Be Deported After Australia Shooting
“Islam is not a religion. It’s a cult,” said Sen. Tommy Tuberville. “We’ve got to SEND THEM HOME NOW.”
Omar Slams Abbott as Unfit for Office Amid His “Vile” Islamophobic Spree
“The normalization of anti-Muslim hate speech is vile. This bigot should have no place in elected office,” she said.
Abbott Slaps Muslim Rights Group With “Defamatory and Lawless” Terrorist Label
Governors do not have the authority to designate groups as a foreign terrorist organization.
Frey Wins Third Term as Minneapolis Mayor Against Democratic Socialist Fateh
City election officials declared incumbent Jacob Frey the winner after tabulating second- and subsequent-choice votes.