CAIR-Philadelphia joins our colleagues at CAIR-California, CAIR-Florida and CAIR-National in condemning the unjust detention of British Muslim journalist and political commentator Sami Hamdi by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Mr. Hamdi — who had just spoken at a CAIR-Sacramento Valley event and was en route to CAIR-Florida — was detained at San Francisco International Airport after his visa was suddenly revoked. This deeply troubling action raises serious concerns about free speech, due process, and the targeting of Muslim voices critical of U.S. foreign policy.
As CAIR stated “Abducting a prominent British Muslim journalist and political commentator on a speaking tour because he dared to criticize the Israeli government is a blatant affront to free speech.”
We stand in full solidarity with Sami Hamdi, and with CAIR-California’s legal team, which has filed a habeas petition and emergency restraining order to prevent his transfer or deportation.
What You Can Do
We need your voice to demand accountability and justice.
TAKE ACTION NOW:
- Read CAIR-California’s legal update and press release
- Share CAIR National’s statement and call to action on X (Twitter)
- Contact your elected officials to urge Sami Hamdi’s immediate release and an investigation into ICE’s conduct.
- Post on social media using hashtags #FreeSamiHamdi #DefendFreeSpeech #CAIR
This case is not only about one man — it’s about whether Muslims and people of conscience can speak freely in America without fear of retaliation.
We call on our Pennsylvania and Delaware communities to stay alert, stay vocal, and stand united for justice.
In solidarity,
CAIR-Philadelphia
