Dem lawmaker hosts Hamas-linked org, draws swift backlash online
California Democratic Representative Derek Tran faced criticism for hosting leaders from the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) during a Capitol Hill event. CAIR, which has been designated a terrorist organization by Texas and Florida, has drawn scrutiny over alleged ties to Hamas. The event drew backlash from Republicans and online users, who accused Tran of legitimizing extremist views.
- ▪Rep. Derek Tran hosted CAIR leaders as part of the 'National Muslim Advocacy Day' on Capitol Hill.
- ▪CAIR has been designated a terrorist organization by the states of Texas and Florida due to alleged support for Hamas.
- ▪Hussam Ayloush, a CAIR leader who attended the event, previously stated that 'Israel should be attacked.'
- ▪The National Republican Congressional Committee criticized Tran for giving legitimacy to individuals with ties to extremist ideologies.
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Politics Dem lawmaker hosts Hamas-linked org, draws swift backlash online Rep Derek Tran welcomed CAIR leaders to Capitol Hill event, including a figure who once said 'Israel should be attacked' By Bonny Chu Fox News Published April 28, 2026 5:38pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for April 28 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A California Democrat is facing backlash after hosting a Hamas-associated group at his office on Capitol Hill last week.
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