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Florida's CAIR vows lawsuit against DeSantis over 'foreign terrorist' label

Gov. Ron DeSantis has labeled the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a "foreign terrorist organization." Leaders of CAIR's Florida chapter announced on Tuesday that they plan to file a First Amendment lawsuit, arguing the state lacks legal grounds for the designation.

Hassan Shibly, once the prominent head of the Council on American-Islamic Relations' Florida chapter, resigned after allegations of domestic abuse were made against him. Since then, other women have come forward with accusations of their own. Shibly has denied the allegations.

Muslim Civil Rights Leader Accused Of Harassment, Misconduct

Leila Fadel

A former chapter leader at the Council on American-Islamic Relations was accused of domestic abuse. Since then, other women have come forward with allegations of bad behavior, while he disputes all.

CAIR Florida Sues Trump Over Travel Ban

Sarah Mueller

The Council on American-Islamic Relations is suing President Donald Trump over his travel ban. The ban restricts refugees and travelers from certain...