CAIR-Chicago Welcomes Hate Crime Conviction of Lombard Man Who Threatened to Shoot Two Muslim Men
The Chicago office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the hate crime conviction of a suburban man who threatened to shoot two Muslim men in Lombard. The defendant, Larry York, was convicted on felony hate crime charges in Oct. 2023 after approaching two Muslim […]
CAIR Welcomes Judge’s Order Blocking Deportation of Anti-Genocide Columbia Student Mohsen Mahdawi
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed an immigration judge’s order blocking the deportation of Mohsen Mahdawi, a permanent United States resident from the illegally-occupied West Bank who led protests against Israel’s genocide in Gaza at Columbia University. Washington, D.C.-based CAIR had previously condemned Mahdawi’s […]
CAIR-Ohio, CAIR Action, ACLU of Ohio, Ohio Divest Coalition, and Interfaith Coalition Rally on First Day of Ramadan and Lent to Protect Free Speech at Statehouse
The Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio), CAIR Action, the ACLU of Ohio, the Ohio Divest Coalition, and a diverse coalition of partners testified against Ohio Senate Bill 87 (SB 87), legislation that would codify the controversial IHRA definition of antisemitism into state law on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The coalition included lawyers, […]
CAIR-NJ Joins Pax Christi to Call for the Immediate Release of Leqaa Kordia, and Recognize the Beginning of Ramadan and Lent
The New Jersey Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization today joined Pax Christi, AFSC, and Justice for All outside the Elizabeth Detention Center to call for the release of Leqaa Kordia and all those who are unjustly held in detention centers across the United States. This event also recognized the beginning of Ramadan and Lent, two distinct and important celebrations in Muslim and Christian religious […]
CAIR Welcomes White House Ramadan Message
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed a White House message acknowledging Ramadan and expressing support for religious freedom. In the written message, President Trump said: “Every Ramadan stands as a reverent season of spiritual renewal, reflective meditation, and appreciation for God’s countless blessings. This […]
CAIR Designates House’s ‘Sharia-Free Caucus’ an Anti-Muslim Hate Group
First time in civil rights group’s 32-year history it has designated a congressional caucus an extremist organization The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today announced the designation of the House of Representative’s so-called “Sharia-Free America Caucus” as an anti-Muslim hate group. This is the first time in CAIR’s 32-year […]
CAIR, CAIR-FL Say Censure of Randy Fine Must Address History of Racist and Violent Rhetoric, Not Just Post About Muslims and Dogs
The national headquarters and Florida chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today said any congressional effort to censure Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) should address all of his past racist, anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian, and genocidal statements, not just his most recent bigoted post comparing Muslims unfavorably to dogs. […]
CAIR Md. Welcomes Signing of Emergency Legislation Banning Law Enforcement Partnering with ICE
The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the signing of emergency legislation prohibiting formal 287(g) agreements in Maryland, by Governor Wes Moore. SEE: Maryland Gov. Moore signs bills into law ending law enforcement partnerships with ICE Section 287(g) of the federal […]
CAIR Md. Thanks Hundreds Who Participated in Annual Muslim Lobby Day Marking Historic Launch of Legislative Muslim Caucus
The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) today thanked the more than 300 community members who registered and took part in the 2026 Maryland Muslim Lobby Day at the state capitol in Annapolis last evening, noting that their civic engagement helped advance the Muslim community’s priorities during this legislative session. Muslim community […]
CAIR-Chicago, CAIR Remember Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson
The Chicago office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) and its National chapter (CAIR) today offered condolences on the passing of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, honoring his lifelong commitment to racial equality, economic fairness, and human rights. Chicago Sun-Times: Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and Chicago icon, dead at 84 As founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Rev. Jackson […]