Texas Governor Designates CAIR Terrorist
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated Dec 01, 2025
The designation by Greg Abbott of the Council on American–Islamic Relations and the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations creates legal uncertainty and potential financial restrictions for these groups within United States — Texas, particularly concerning property acquisition. This event highlights a clash between state and federal authority on terrorism designations, which could have broader implications for other non-profit organizations and their operations if state-level actions are upheld.
United States — Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation designating the Council on American–Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations. This designation prohibits these groups from acquiring real property in United States — Texas and authorizes heightened enforcement against them. Greg Abbott justified his actions by stating that both organizations aim to impose Sharia law and support terrorism, citing past legal cases like the Holy Land Foundation for Relief and Development trial. CAIR has vehemently denied these allegations, calling the proclamation unconstitutional, defamatory, and a 'publicity stunt.' In response, CAIR filed a federal lawsuit against Greg Abbott and United States — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, arguing that the state overstepped its authority as only the U.S. Secretary of State can officially designate foreign terrorist organizations. Interfaith leaders and State Representative Terry Meza have also spoken out in support of CAIR, urging Greg Abbott to retract his designation. The lawsuit is ongoing, and its outcome will determine the legal validity of Greg Abbott's order and its impact on the affected organizations.
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