CAIR in the News, January 14, 2026
Muslim Group CAIR Applauds Texans Linebacker Al-Shaair ‘Genocide’ Message Which May Violate NFL Rule – Outkick CAIR-MA: ‘Slap on the wrist’: Man who threatened pro-Palestinian protesters in Cambridge with a hatchet gets probation – Boston.com Barbara Dougan, CAIR-MA’s legal director, said the organization advocated for a more serious punishment “given the level of threatened violence.” […]
BREAKING: CAIR-NY Welcomes Shutdown of Betar, Applauds Attorney General James for Holding Pro-Israel Group Accountable
The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY) today applauded New York Attorney General Letitia James for holding the pro-Israel group Betar USA accountable for its campaign of hate against American Muslims and other communities, leading the group to shut down operations in New York. That group, Betar US, had reportedly been linked […]
CAIR-LA Condemns Arson Targeting Vehicle Outside LA Mosque, Calls for Investigation Into Possible Bias Motive
The Greater Los Angeles Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA) today condemned the recent arson incident targeting a vehicle parked outside a mosque in downtown Los Angeles. SEE: Masked suspect seen on video torching minivan outside Los Angeles Islamic center On the evening of Monday, Jan. 12, surveillance video showed a masked suspect approaching […]
CAIR, CAIR-MN Call End of Somali TPS ‘Latest Bigoted Attack on Somali Community’
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and CAIR-Minnesota (CAIR-MN) today expressed opposition to the Trump administration’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somali nationals and require them to “leave the country by March 17.” [NOTE: Today, CAIR-MN, alongside community leaders and legal advocates, held a press conference to release new community guidance for individuals holding I-94 immigration status. CAIR […]
CAIR-Houston Commends Texans Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for ‘Stop the Genocide’ Message During Game
(WASHINGTON, D.C., 1/13/26) – The Houston chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Houston), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today commended Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair for the “stop the genocide” message he wore on his face during Monday’s AFC Wild Card game against the Steelers. Al-Shaair has been outspoken about his support of Palestine. He picked […]
CAIR in the News, January 13, 2026
CAIR-MA: Man who threatened pro-Palestinian protesters with hatchet sentenced to year of probation – Boston Globe CAIR-MN: Trump administration ending protected status for some Somali immigrants – USA Today CAIR-MN: Somali Minnesotans with temporary protected status given 2 months to leave US – Bring Me The News CAIR-OK: City Council votes down Broken Arrow mosque […]
CAIR Applauds Sen. Warner’s Senate Speech Condemning Rampant Anti-Muslim and Anti-Arab Hate
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today applauded an address on the Senate floor by Virginia Sen. Mark Warner (D) urging his colleagues to “loudly and resolutely condemn Islamophobia and anti-Arab hate.” WATCH EXCERPTS FROM SEN. WARNER’S ADDRESS. In a statement, CAIR Government Affairs Director Robert McCaw said: “We applaud Senator […]
WEBINAR TONIGHT: Learn How to Put the CAIR, CAIR Action Muslim Civic Engagement Toolkit in Action
TONIGHT at 7:30 PM ET, CAIR is launching a powerful new tool to help you transform your local community: the Muslim Civic Engagement Toolkit. From passing resolutions on Muslim Heritage Month and Ramadan to demanding ceasefire and civil rights protections, this toolkit is your step by step guide to local and state-level change. RSVP now to join the […]
CAIR-CA Responds to Governor’s State Budget Proposal, Calls for Community-Centered Investments
The California chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CA) today responded to Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2026-27 state budget released earlier this month, warning that the proposal risks leaving out protections for critical issues, including immigration, civil rights, and community safety. SEE: Governor Newsom announces proposed budget that refills the state’s “Rainy Day Fund,” protects previous accomplishments, and makes historic investments […]
CAIR-MN to Issue New Guidelines for Responding to Escalation and Targeting of Lawful Residents
On Tuesday, January 13, the Minnesota chapter for the Council on American-Islamic Relations Minnesota (CAIR-MN), alongside community leaders and legal advocates, will hold a press conference to release new community guidance for individuals holding I-94 immigration status. The guidance is being issued in response to escalation and targeting of lawful residents and growing reports that individuals […]