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Sami Hamdi’s ICE Arrest Reveals the Islamophobia Industry Feeds False Information to Government Agencies
The arrest of Sami Hamdi, London-based activist and political commentator, who was detained on Sunday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the midst of his U.S. speaking tour at San Francisco International Airport, is deeply troubling.
MPAC Condemns Andrew Cuomo’s Islamophobic Remarks on “Sid and Friends” Radio Show
Islamophobia is a bipartisan issue. It is fueled openly by both parties, often perpetuated when politically convenient, and continues to threaten the safety of American Muslims across the country.
Gaza Ceasefire Offers Hope, But Accountability and Leadership Matter. Reject Tony Blair’s Role.
Delegations of Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of the ceasefire which would release the remaining 48 hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian imprisoned hostages and withdraw Israeli troops to an agreed-upon line. The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) welcomes this development as a critical step to halt further bloodshed and ease human suffering. Yet, this pause must serve as a bridge to a lasting ceasefire, not merely a momentary reprieve.
MPAC and ADC Call for Investigation of Watchlist Abuse and GWU Program on Extremism
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) and the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) welcome Senator Rand Paul’s (R-KY) remarks at the September 30 Senate hearing on TSA’s Quiet Skies and Open Skies programs. Senator Paul called for continued oversight, full transparency, and robust safeguards for constitutional rights, including a commitment to further investigate the Program on Extremism at George Washington University. We welcome this measure of accountability and recognize it is only the beginning.
MPAC Condemns Deadly Michigan Church Shooting, Highlights Growing Threats to Religious Institutions
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is heartbroken by the tragic shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan. We mourn the lives lost and extend our deepest condolences to the victims, their families, and the LDS community. No one should ever fear for their safety while in prayer or in a sacred space.
MPAC Demands Immediate Release of Dallas Community Leader Marwan Marouf
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) demands the immediate release of Marwan Marouf, a Dallas Muslim community leader with decades of service, who was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on the morning of September 22, 2025. Reports indicate he was detained after dropping his son off at school, while on his way to work
MPAC Calls for Hate Crime Investigation After Shooting of Muslim Woman in Maryland
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) unequivocally condemns the shooting of a Muslim woman in Capitol Heights, Maryland, last Monday. Reports indicate that the victim, who was wearing a niqab, was shot multiple times while leaving a shopping area. She was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
MPAC Condemns The Department of State Policy Provisions Act, which Aims to Silence Dissent and Free Speech of Americans
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) strongly condemns H.R. 5300, the Department of State Policy Provisions Act, introduced by Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL). While the legislation claims to target “terrorists and traffickers,” its vague and sweeping provisions would give the Secretary of State unchecked power to revoke or deny U.S. passports.
MPAC Mourns the Passing of Umar Hakim-Dey
MPAC honors the life and legacy of Umar Hakim-Dey — a visionary leader, community organizer, and advocate for self-empowerment whose work uplifted countless lives.
MPAC Condemns Secretary of State Rubio’s Dangerous Targeting of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) and American Muslim Civil Society
In an interview with Sid Rosenberg on Sid and Friends in the Morning, Secretary of State Marco Rubio dishonestly and dangerously linked mainstream Muslim civil society organizations—specifically the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)—to terrorism. Responding to Rosenberg’s inflammatory question about designating CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations, Secretary Rubio stated that such designations were “in the works,” an unprecedented comment from a Secretary of State about a domestic institution.
MPAC Condemns Attack on Harpal Singh, Urges Thorough Investigation and Hate-Crime Review
The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) condemns the violent assault on Harpal Singh, a 70-year-old Sikh man who was attacked with a golf club last Monday while on his afternoon walk near the Sikh Gurdwara of Los Angeles. We extend our prayers for Mr. Singh’s full recovery and stand in solidarity with the Sikh community.
MPAC Calls for an Immediate End to U.S. Support for Israel’s Genocide in Gaza
Israel has just announced its plan to illegally conquer Gaza City, an alarming escalation in its ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people. This move would escalate the mass displacement of over 1.2 million Palestinians, most of whom are already enduring man-made famine, disease, and the trauma of relentless bombardment by the Israeli government. The deliberate targeting of civilians and infrastructure is not only morally indefensible, but it is a direct violation of international law.