CAIR Designates Indiana University as a ‘Hostile Campus’ for Targeting Anti-Genocide Students and Faculty
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today designated Indiana University (IU) as a ‘hostile campus’ due to its targeting of anti-genocide students, faculty, and staff advocating for Palestinian human rights. IU’s administration has repeatedly taken severe disciplinary measures against those expressing opposition to occupation, apartheid, and […]
CAIR Releases New ‘Know Your Rights’ Guide for Interactions with ICE Agents
New guide addresses Trump orders that target immigrants engaged in pro-Palestine speech and remove protections for sensitive places like houses of worship. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today released its latest Know Your Rights guide, “What to Do When Interacting with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) […]
CAIR in the News, February 4, 2025
CAIR: US Holocaust Memorial Council Member Says Gazans Are “Fundamentally Evil” – Hyperallergic CAIR: Protest planned in Washington as Netanyahu meets Trump amid Gaza truce – TRT World CAIR: What could be worse than the Muslim ban? Plenty. – Religion News Service Second, it sets up a 60-day window for the State and Justice Departments, as well as Homeland Security and […]
CAIR-NY Welcomes Passage of Resolution Recognizing Muslim History Month in New York State
The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY), a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the passage of Resolution No. 257 by the New York State Senate, recognizing May 2025 as International Muslim Heritage Month. International Muslim History Month was created with the goal of offering Muslims […]
CAIR Calls Trump’s Targeting of South Africa Retaliation for ICJ Genocide Case, Favor to Pro-Apartheid Voices
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today said that President Trump’s threat to cut unspecified funding to South Africa likely represents retaliation for the nation’s successful pursuit of genocide charges against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and a favor to white supremacists who oppose any […]
CAIR Welcomes Charges for Racist Harassment of Hispanic Men in South Carolina, Reiterates Support for Hate Crime Law
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed charges against a man after he was reportedly captured on video harassing Hispanic men in a racist tirade in Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Washington, D.C., based CAIR also reiterated its past support for a hate crime law in that state. South […]
CAIR Condemns Israeli Settlers’ Mosque Burning as ‘Latest Act of War’ Against Islam as Gaza Death Toll Tops 61,000
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called an arson attack by Illegal Israeli settlers on a mosque in the occupied West Bank on Sunday part of Israel’s “war against Islam.” Illegal Israeli settlers have reportedly carried out over 2,970 attacks against Palestinians and their property in the occupied West […]
CAIR-MI Concerned Over University of Michigan’s Apparent Continued Targeting of Pro-Palestinian Voices on Campus
The Michigan Chapter of Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI) a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization today expresses concern of what appears to be the University of Michigan’s continued targeting of pro-Palestinian voices on campus with the recent suspension of the student group Students Allied for Freedom and Equality […]
CAIR-NJ, CAIR to Hold Special Know Your Rights Event Honoring World Hijab Day
On Monday, Feb. 3, the New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) and its national partner (CAIR) will hold a free, all-faiths-welcome webinar focused on rights related to wearing the hijab. The groups invite people of all faiths and backgrounds to attend, ask questions and learn more about the hijab (Islamic head […]
CAIR-MI Condemns Distribution of Antisemitic Flyers in Flushing
The Michigan chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the distribution of antisemitic flyers in Flushing. The flyers were discovered between January 18 and 19. Local police are investigating the incident. SEE: Officials speak out after antisemitic, white supremacy leaflets distributed in Flushing – […]