Islamophobia
New York Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani Shows Bollywood Knowledge in Viral Shah Rukh Khan Moment
Nov 28, 2025 08:00 pm CST
New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani displayed his Bollywood fandom during an interview with Mehdi Hasan, correctly identifying "Chaiyya Chaiyya" and performing Shah Rukh Khan's iconic pose. The 34-year-old Democratic-socialist discussed his plans to make New York more affordable while revealing insights about his transition to becoming the youngest person to lead America's largest city in over a century.
Australian Far-Right Politician Condemned for Wearing Burqa in Parliament Protest
Nov 25, 2025 02:30 am CST
An Australian far-right politician, Pauline Hanson of the One Nation party, sparked controversy by wearing a burqa in parliament to advocate for a ban on full face coverings. Her actions were widely condemned by fellow senators as racist and disrespectful to religious communities, highlighting ongoing tensions over Islamophobia in Australia as her anti-immigration party gains unprecedented support.
Historic First: Zohran Mamdani Begins Journey as New York's First Muslim and South Asian Mayor
Nov 06, 2025 12:47 pm CST
Zohran Kwame Mamdani, New York's first Muslim and South Asian mayor-elect, celebrated his historic victory with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez over Indian cuisine at a Queens restaurant. At 34, the youngest NYC mayor in a century represents a milestone for cultural diversity in American politics while championing affordability and addressing wealth inequality in America's largest city.
Zohran Mamdani Elected as New York's First Muslim Mayor: "No Space For Islamophobia in Elections"
Nov 05, 2025 01:37 pm CST
Zohran Mamdani, a young leftist and Muslim politician, has been elected as New York's next mayor, promising a new era of inclusive politics. In his victory speech, Mamdani emphasized New York's immigrant heritage, rejected Islamophobia in politics, and pledged to fight for marginalized communities while serving as a counterweight to President Donald Trump's policies ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Trump Ally Laura Loomer's Controversial Claims About Muslims in Politics: Clash with Journalist Mehdi Hasan
Oct 26, 2025 07:36 pm CST
Far-right activist Laura Loomer sparked controversy in a heated exchange with journalist Mehdi Hasan over US Vice President JD Vance's comments about NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. Loomer claimed MAGA would never support a Muslim in the White House, distinguishing between Vance's Hindu wife and Muslims, while emphasizing "Our problem isn't with brown people. It's with Islam." The dispute highlights ongoing religious and racial tensions in American politics.
JD Vance Criticizes Zohran Mamdani's 9/11 Comments About Muslim Discrimination
Oct 26, 2025 12:40 pm CST
US Vice President JD Vance responds to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's comments about post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims, highlighting ongoing tensions about Islamophobia in American politics and the challenges faced by Muslim politicians embracing their religious identity in public life.
Zohran Mamdani Embraces Muslim Identity Amid Rising Islamophobic Attacks in NYC Mayoral Race
Oct 25, 2025 04:29 am CST
Democratic nominee for NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a powerful response to Islamophobic attacks from political opponents, pledging to embrace his Muslim identity while calling for equal treatment of Muslim New Yorkers. Despite facing accusations related to his faith and criticism of Israel, Mamdani secured the endorsement of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries as he challenges stereotypes in the contentious mayoral race.
US Congressman Brandon Gill Faces Backlash After Telling Muslim Journalist to "Go Back to UK" Over Islamic Prayer Call Defense
Oct 22, 2025 08:18 pm CST
US Congressman Brandon Gill sparked controversy by telling British-American journalist Mehdi Hasan to "go back to the UK" after Hasan defended Islamic prayer calls in America. The heated exchange, which centered on religious freedom and expression, quickly went viral on social media, drawing criticism of Gill's comments as xenophobic and contradictory to First Amendment protections. This incident follows previous controversial remarks by Gill regarding cultural practices and immigration.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan Responds to Trump's Sharia Law Allegations with Humor and Defiance
Sep 25, 2025 11:06 am CST
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has responded to former US President Donald Trump's UN speech allegations about Sharia law in London with humor, stating Trump seems obsessed with him. British officials defended Khan and London, emphasizing that only British law applies in the capital, while condemning Trump's comments as bigoted and misrepresentative of the multicultural city.
University Of California Sues Trump Administration Over Funding Freeze
Sep 17, 2025 08:35 am CST
Labor unions, faculty and students in the University of California education system sued President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday over the freezing of federal funds and other actions that they say aim to stifle academic freedom.